Discretionary Grant Available · FP&M SETARolling▾
Fibre, Processing & Manufacturing SETA · FP&M SETA
Rural manufacturing & clothing sub-sector bursaries.
- Window:
- Rolling grant intake
- Priority focus:
- Sewing Machinist · Printing · Forestry
SAQA Qualification · 119463
Die Cutting Machine Minder
R58 650
(Once-off Institutional License Fee)
Professional Role & Capability Blueprint
- Target Designation
- Certified Die Cutting Machine Minder Practitioner
- Competency Focus
- Master specialised practical applications, safety criteria, and regulatory mandates required of a qualified Die Cutting Machine Minder.
- Academic Weight
- Full national recognition at NQF Level 3 yielding 273 credits upon successful PoE verification.
Strategic Institutional Purpose
- Audit Objective
- Formulated to systematically bridge operational skills deficits under the governing FP&MSETA quality matrix.
- Value Proposition
- Equips your workforce with measurable, legally compliant skills to optimise productivity, satisfy Workplace Skills Plans (WSP), and unlock maximum B-BBEE scorecard weight.
Who is this for
The Die Cutting Machine Minder is intended for entry-level workers, school leavers, or career changers who want to gain foundational skills. If you have a passion for this field and want to turn that passion into a profession, this programme will give you the tools and credentials to succeed. It is also suitable for employers who wish to upskill their workforce to meet industry standards.
Qualification Rules · Module Matrix
Official SAQA module breakdown parsed from the qualification's registered rules.
Knowledge Modules (KM)
59 crTheory · 6 modules
- 718304-004-00-KM-014 cr
Introduction to the Printing and Packaging Industry
NQF Level 3
- 718304-004-00-KM-026 cr
Printing Science and Chemistry
NQF Level 3
- 718304-004-00-KM-049 cr
Productivity and Economics
NQF Level 3
- 718304-004-00-KM-052 cr
Environment and Energy Efficiency
NQF Level 3
- 718304-004-00-KM-068 cr
Basic Equipment Maintenance
NQF Level 3
- 718304-004-00-KM-0730 cr
Carton Maker Machine Operations
NQF Level 3
Practical Skill Modules (PM)
80 crApplied · 3 modules
- 718304-004-00-PM-0140 cr
Apply Carton Production Methods
NQF Level 3
- 718304-004-00-PM-0230 cr
Make-Ready/Set up Machine and Equipment for Production
NQF Level 3
- 718304-004-00-PM-0310 cr
Manage Production Waste
NQF Level 3
Work Experience Modules (WM)
90 crSite · 3 modules
- 718304-004-00-WM-0120 cr
Die Cutter Setting Up Processes
NQF Level 3
- 718304-004-00-WM-0210 cr
Clean up Processes within Machining Environment
NQF Level 3
- 718304-004-00-WM-0360 cr
Conduct Die Cutting Processes
NQF Level 4
Official SAQA Curriculum
Source of truth · SAQA ID 119463 · Field 06 - Manufacturing, Engineering and Technology › Engineering and Related Design
Purpose▾
The purpose of this qualification is to prepare a learner to operate as a Die Cutting Machine Minder. A Die Cutting Machine Minder makes ready, runs, and maintains carton cutting and creasing equipment and machinery to produce consistent quality cartons/containers to specification. A qualified learner will be able to: • Load machine ready tooling and perform make-ready operations to produce first off quality carton/containers. • Test the carton/container functionality before commencing with a production run. • Run the carton cutting and creasing equipment and machinery to produce consistent quality cartons/containers to specifications.
Rationale▾
This qualification will provide a training platform for new entrants, but more importantly to recognise workplace skills and experience acquired and translate it into formal education and training. Learners who are assessed as competent against this qualification will make ready, run and maintain carton cutting and creasing equipment and machinery to produce consistent quality cartons/containers to specification.This represents a specialised skill within an industry that has extended its reach from local markets, to ensure state of the art carton production and product packaging that enables local produces to compete on the local market and internationally. The qualification contributes to the development of qualified artisans in the printing industry. The career pathway is open to all youth, school leavers and any technical minded individual that has a flair for design and print. The qualification will enhance career progression for a substantial number of current employees, who will eventually acquire certification and offer opportunities for new entrants. Trained individuals will be able to complete the entire qualification and practice as qualified Carton Cutting and Creasing Machine Minders. Progressing beyond the requirement of this qualification, learners will become Carton Cutting and Creasing Machine Minders and further related occupations like Carton CAD Operators, Carton Die Makers, Carton Gluing Machine Operator, Printing Estimator, Packaging Manager, Warehousing and Distribution Manager (Printing) and Production Manager.
Exit Level Outcomes▾
1. Fit die and punching equipment into a machine to punch out the required carton product.
Qualification 119463 · Curriculum Architecture
Occupational Certificate: Die Cutting Machine Minder · NQF Level 3 (273 Credits)
Three Curriculum Pillars
Knowledge Modules
Classroom & E-Learning
- Facilitated lectures & self-study
- Written question banks
- Formative comprehension checks
Practical Skill Modules
Simulated Line Tasks
- Simulated line tasks
- Observation rubrics
- Structured task sheets
Work Experience Modules
On-the-Job Production
- On-the-job rotation
- Mentor logbooks
- Workplace sign-offs
Evidence & Audit Pipeline
Learner Portfolio of Evidence (PoE)Owner · Candidate▾
Admin & Registration
ID, learner contract, induction pack, POPIA consent.
Knowledge Evidence
Written assessments & question banks — KM-01 to KM-07.
Practical Evidence
Task sheets, observation rubrics, assessor photos.
Workplace Evidence
Logbooks, mentor sign-offs, supervisor letters.
Assessor Master FileOwner · Registered Assessor▾
Assessment Reports
Judgements, learner feedback, remediation agreements, appeals log.
Internal Moderation & Quality FileOwner · Moderator / SDP▾
Moderation Evidence
10% sampling matrix, HACCP/LOTO compliance sheets, SDP sign-off.
Final Accreditation Gateway
Issued by the accredited Skills Development Provider once internal moderation is signed off.
Provider submits declaration + PoE to the Assessment Quality Partner (AQP).
QCTO awards the SAQA-registered certificate on successful EISA outcome.
Learning Material Stack
Start-to-Exit Moderation Timeline
- 1
Pre-Delivery Setup
Facilitator induction, learner enrolment forms, baseline assessment, PoE folder issue. Alignment matrix stamped.
- 2
Delivery & Formative Moderation
Modular rollout with formative assessments per KM/PM. Internal moderator reviews evidence weekly; feedback loop before summatives.
- 3
Summative & External Moderation
Summative assessments captured, PoE finalised, submitted for external moderation. Certification uploaded to the SETA/QCTO.
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We author your Quality Management System — policies, procedures, records, matrices — mapped to your accreditation scope. From R18,500.
Talk QMS on WhatsAppModeration Consultation
External moderation dry-run on your PoE + delivery pack. Written report with fixes before your real audit. From R4,900.
Book Moderation SessionClassroom Transformation Blueprint
Broken Standard
- 📄Photocopied guides with mismatched outcomes
- ❔Missing formative/summative assessments
- ⚠️No SETA alignment matrix — audit fails
- 🎲Facilitators improvise Die Cutting Machine Minder delivery
- 🕳️PoE gaps flagged in moderation
i2Graduates Transformation
- ✓6 KM + 3 PM + 3 WM modules mapped to NQF Level 3
- ✓Pre-validated assessment bank per module
- ✓FP&MSETA alignment matrix included
- ✓Facilitator scripts + learner activities per credit
- ✓PoE templates that survive external moderation
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