Milling Machine Operator & Setter - Benoni

SUMMARY:
Milling Machine Operator & Setter - Benoni

POSITION INFO:

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.