Manufacturing Automation&Tooling Technician, Cape Town

About Us At Olarm, we are a passionate team of forward‑thinkers, tech enthusiasts, and problem solvers. Our mission to revolutionise the home security and monitoring markets is driven by core values that define who we are and how we work together.

Creative&Innovative Minds– Continuous discovery, pushing boundaries, and embracing new solutions.

Collaborative Energy– Diverse perspectives, open communication, and mutual support.

Results‑Driven Focus – Motivated individuals thrive on delivering results.

Personal Impact– Your work directly changes people’s lives in the home security industry.

Learning Culture– Continuous growth and skill expansion in a fast‑paced industry.

State‑of‑the‑Art Tooling – Access to modern AI and developer tools to move faster.

Job Description We are looking for a highly practical, hands‑on Manufacturing Automation&Tooling Technician to design, build, and continuously improve our factory production systems. This role is ideal for a maker‑type engineer—someone comfortable on the workshop floor as well as in CAD or coding. You will take ideas from concept to fully functioning production tools, including assembly lines, jigs, fixtures, and semi‑automated systems.

You will play a key role in improving manufacturing efficiency, consistency, and scalability, helping us transition from manual processes to robust, repeatable, and partially automated production systems.

Key Responsibilities Automation&Production System Development

Design, build, and iterate assembly lines and production workstations.

Develop semi‑automated and automated production systems to improve throughput and reduce human error.

Identify opportunities to automate repetitive or error‑prone processes within the factory.

Integrate and configure robotic arms (cobots) where appropriate.

Tooling, Jigs&Fixtures

Design and build custom jigs, fixtures, and test rigs to support assembly, calibration, and quality assurance.

Improve existing tooling to enhance ease of use, speed, and reliability.

Ensure all tooling supports repeatability and scalability in production.

Hands‑On Fabrication&Prototyping

Perform in‑house fabrication and prototyping, including:

Welding (MIG/TIG/basic fabrication)

Grinding, cutting, drilling, and mechanical assembly

CNC machining or managing CAM workflows

3D printing and rapid prototyping

Build and modify physical systems directly— not just design them.

Machine Vision&QA Automation

Implement machine vision systems for inspection, validation, and quality control.

Develop automated or semi‑automated QA processes integrated into production lines.

Cross‑Functional Collaboration

Work closely with hardware, firmware, and manufacturing teams to ensure products are designed for efficient assembly.

Support DFM (Design for Manufacturing) and DFT (Design for Test) initiatives.

Assist production teams with troubleshooting and continuous improvement.

Continuous Improvement

Analyze production bottlenecks and inefficiencies and propose practical solutions.

Drive improvements in cycle time, yield, and process reliability.

Maintain and improve existing automation systems and tooling.

Requirements Profile / Ideal Candidate

A hands‑on, practical engineer or technical builder who enjoys working with both tools and technology.

Comfortable moving between CAD, electronics, firmware/code, and physical fabrication.

Able to take a concept from idea to prototype to production‑ready system with minimal oversight.

Strong problem‑solver who thrives in a fast‑paced, iterative environment.

Naturally curious, resourceful, and proactive.

Core Skills&Experience

Experience in industrial automation, manufacturing systems, or robotics.

Strong mechanical and fabrication skills (welding, grinding, assembly).

Experience with CAD tools (SolidWorks, Fusion 360, or similar).

Familiarity with CNC, 3D printing, and rapid prototyping workflows.

Experience integrating sensors, actuators, and control systems.

Exposure to robotics (cobots), PLCs, or microcontroller‑based control systems is advantageous.

Experience with machine vision systems is a plus.

Benefits

Exciting Workspace

Cutting‑Edge Technology

Engaging Projects and Innovations

High‑Tech Atmosphere

Versatile Experience– Get exposure to a wide range of things.

Involvement in Manufacturing Processes– End‑to‑End Involvement.

Inspiring Work Environment

Opportunity for Career Growth and Continuous Learning– Cross‑Functional Teams.

Contributing to a South African Company with a real impact on people’s lives.

Olarm Device and Subscription.

Are you ready to embark on a journey that is both professionally fulfilling and personally rewarding? If you are excited about technology, driven by results, and thrive in a collaborative environment, Olarm is the place for you. Join us in shaping the future of smart security solutions.

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