Senior CNC Programmer

2 weeks ago


Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa Trading Places Recruitment Full time

Qualifications & Skills:

Matric or NQF5 / NQF6 with Mathematics (Trigonometry)
Diploma or Degree
Tradesman / Artisan an advantage (Milling and Turning)
CNC Tooling Knowledge inclusive of Speeds and Feeds
± 10 to 15 years relevant CNC programming experience in a jobbing workshop environment
Good knowledge of Health and Safety regulations
CAM software knowledge, requiring
Mastercam


Primary Duties

Ability to perform own set ups - and experience to adjusting the CNC programs whilst utilizing excellent manual program skills to run the programs which have been created on the applicable CNC machines to produce high quality production parts and reach towards required target set- up times, as per product requirements. The ability to also utilize the following Mastercam Codes; M- Codes, G- Codes, T- Codes, etc.

Move controls to set cutting speeds, depths and feed rates and to position tools in relation to work pieces- To be in Control of the CNC programs.

Develop CNC programs using Master-CAM for mills based on engineering drawings and models.
Program parts prior to the release of work to the machining work cell using 3D CAM software.
Maintain continuity between work stations by communicating requirements and documenting irregularities as needed.
Create programs and machining procedures for CNC lathes / Mills.
Train on boarding employees to operate CNC machinery and equipment.
Write software to assist with the creation of CNC programs which includes:
Manufacturing of parts and tools to ensure effective high-quality products been produced.
Reducing Waste products and be continuously cost consciences.
Develop software to monitor as deemed necessary.

Capability of high skills in Manual Programming on Fanuc and the utilization of Mastercam to develop programmes required in the production of components used in multistage pumps and Positive Displacement Pumps (PDP) and any other machining required.

Achieving a minimum Efficiency Rate of 85%, across the entire Team.
Thorough understanding of 5 axis multi-tasking machines with B axis and sub spindles, horizontal boring
mills (Mandelli Machine), vertical boring mills (Kia Machine) and 2-D turning machines.
Set-up machines, including jaws, tools, jigs, stops, offsets, and complete dry runs of programmes as
setting verification.
Machine first-offs and inspect to drawings.

Ensuring that products meet quality standards and conducting quality checks at various stages of production to maintain consistent product quality, been checked and verified.

Ensure First- Off product quality checks are done according to the QMS of the Organization, i.e., QC Inspector to do quality checks and Sign-Off product conforming to quality requirements (Drawings- dimensions, etc.) before continuing with production.

Any product deviations/ non- conformance must be reported, resolved & recorded in conjunction with the PDP Engineer.
Train operator and hand over job with explicit delivery requirements.

During the Set- Up of Jobs, ensure correct and efficient Job card time capturing for costing and Shop Order recap.

Troubleshoot during machining to eliminate dimensional drawing size errors, production loss time, and tooling problems.
Always adhere to the General Safety Rules of the Organisation.

Safety Compliance:
Enforcing safety protocols and procedures to ensure a safe working environment for
all employees. Identifying and mitigating potential safety hazards.
Tools selection should be conducted prior to the setting- up jobs in advance. Utilize the Daily Weekly Production Plan to assist you.
Source, select or manufacture tooling required for special applications.
Understand feed and speed calculations for materials including but not limited to carbon steel, bronze
LG2, bronze PB1, stainless 304/316, duplex stainless, SGI and cast iron.

Approach every job in a manner that focusses on firstly: Achieving high quality requirements which minimizes production loss time, limits tooling cost and completes the job, if applicable, in the least number of operations.

Understand the forecasting of the requirements of production in order to achieve the production machine targets. Always focussing on first Quality and then Speed.
Making the most efficient utilization of the available resources for production and reporting defects.

You are an important member of the production team and are expected to assist your colleagues in the achievement of the overriding objectives in terms of the monitoring and control of production at the Organisation.

A key factor of production is conforming to ISO 9001:2015 standards.

Understand the maintenance requirements of the CNC machines under your control and implement cleaning schedules, lubrication schedules and maintenance schedules.

Reporting machinery breakdowns utilizing the Maintenance Job Request book.

Machines within the Company include Mori Seiki SL4 (8) & (7), Mori Seiki SL5 (4) & (3), Kia MC, Takisawa EX122, Mori Seiki NT3200, Mori Seiki NLX2500 and Mandelli Horizontal Boring Mill CNC-4 axis with Fanuc control.


Inventory Management:

Keeping track of raw materials, work-in-progress, and finished goods inventory levels to ensure that production can continue without interruptions, for secondary operations to occur.


Cost Control:
Monitoring production costs and working to reduce wastage and improve production efficiency

Problem Solving:
Identifying and addressing production issues or bottlenecks as they arise, implementing solutions to improve overall production processes.

Continuous Improvement Mindset:
Willingness to identify and implement process improvements to enhance production efficiency and reduce costs.



Secondary duties:

Possess excellent Supervisory Skills
Enforce the use of the correct PPE at all times.
Make sure that all personnel have been trained on the basic preventative maintenance for their respective machines.
Ensure that good house-keeping is practiced within the factory. A good, clean work environment is essential for safety.
Be able to handle conflict in the factory.
Be familiar with and use disciplinary procedure when needed.
Assist the conventional department on set-ups as they may be required.
Work closely with the Production Facilitator, ensuring that the work is delegated to the correct work station.
Building team spirit among the workforce and also motivating good morale through personal involvement and interaction.
Ability to professionally communicate and work cooperatively with others.
Excellent organisational skills with the ability to multi-task.

Kindly consider your application unsuccessful if you do not hear from us within 14 days.
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