Junior 5 - Axis CNC Operator

SUMMARY:

Job Title

Junior CNC Operator (5-Axis Woodworking)
Location: Paarden Eiland Cape Town

POSITION INFO:
To support CNC operations within a woodworking environment by assisting in the setup, operation, and basic programming of a 5-axis CNC machine, while gaining hands-on industry experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the operation of 5-axis CNC woodworking machinery
• Load materials and monitor machine processes
• Perform basic machine setup under supervision
• Read and interpret technical drawings
• Ensure finished products meet quality standards
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment
• Support senior operators and production team as required

Minimum Requirements

• Recent Engineering Graduate (Mechanical, Industrial or similar) OR
• Basic CNC exposure (advantageous but not essential)
• Understanding of technical drawings
• Willingness to learn and develop CNC skills

Advantageous Skills

• Exposure to 3-axis CNC machines
• Basic knowledge of CAD or drawing software
• Any CNC experience (woodwork or metal industry)

Competencies

• Strong willingness to learn
• Attention to detail
• Ability to follow instructions
• Good problem-solving skills
• Team player

Experience

• No experience required, but any CNC or technical exposure is beneficial
• Recent Engineering Graduate (advantageous)

 

 

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