Description:
Key Responsibilities:
- Obtain and follow lawful and reasonable Instruction from CNC Programmers.
- Clean the machines.
- Fetch Raw Material and take it to the machine.
- De-burr Raw Material.
- Set up the job on the machines.
- Inspect the job.
- De-burr Blades if necessary.
- Move the job to the following department as per the Job Card.
- Operate the CNC and manual milling machines to produce precision components for industrial knives and blades.
- Read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and specifications to determine machining requirements.
- Select and install appropriate tooling, fixtures and workpieces based on the Job Specifications.
- Set up the milling machines by installing and aligning tools, fixtures and workpieces.
- Report to the Programmer any issues with speeds and feeds that will affect tool life, surface finish, and size, so that the programmer can make adjustments.
- Perform test cuts and adjustments as necessary to ensure accuracy and adherence to specifications.
- Inspect and measure finished components using precision instruments, such as, callipers, micrometres, and gauges.
- Perform Routine Maintenance and cleaning of machines.
- Identify and report and defects, discrepancies, or maintenance needs to the Production Process Engineer.
- Ensure Compliance with all Health and Safety Procedures.
Qualifications
- Matric or Equivalent.
- Artisan qualification would be highly advantageous.
Experience:
3 5 years of Milling Machine Operator and Setter experience.
Requirements:
- South African ID.
- Reside on the East Rand.
- Ability to travel to & from work on own accord.
07 May 2025;
from:
gumtree.co.za