Mechanical CNC Operator

2 weeks ago

Soweto, Gauteng, South Africa Schullpak Full time R90 000 - R120 000 per year

Job Opportunity: Mechanical CNC Operator / Designer for CNC Machinery

Company: Mechanical and Electrical Engineering Firm

Location: Lanseria, Johannesburg

Salary: Market-related CTC (dependent on experience)

Position Overview

We are seeking a skilled Mechanical CNC Operator / Designer with expertise in operating CNC machinery and tool pathing. This role requires a hands-on professional capable of designing, developing, and commissioning machinery solutions.

Requirements:

  • Travel: Willingness to travel within South Africa and Africa; valid passport required (includes L.O.A.).
  • Transport: Driver's license and reliable transport to work (Lanseria, Randburg).
  • Experience: Minimum of 3+ years in:
  • CNC machine setup and operation (lathes, milling machines, laser cutter).
  • Tool pathing and design/development.
  • Creating tool paths from SolidWorks/CAD files.

Preferred Skills and Experience (Advantageous):

  • Exposure to the food and beverage packaging industry.
  • Experience in developing, designing, and manufacturing machine change parts.
  • Reverse engineering capabilities.
  • Proficiency in:
  • Receiving parts, creating CAD drawings (Inventor/SolidWorks), developing tool paths, generating G-Code, and working with Mach 4 or Fanuc controllers.
  • 4-axis machining and CNC routers.
  • Conveyor and machine change part development.
  • Designing and installing packaging machinery.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
  • 90% of machining involves working with stainless steel (S/S) and UHDPE using 3 and 4-axis CNC lathes and routers.

Role Responsibilities:

  • Active involvement in projects: design, development, installation, training, and commissioning.
  • Labour management: complete timesheets, job dockets, and provide accurate information.
  • Follow up on orders and deliveries.
  • Clear communication at all levels (verbal and written).
  • Quoting and costing.

Additional Information:

  • Candidates must possess hands-on tool pathing expertise; applications without this skill set will not be considered.

To Apply:

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Job Type: Full-time

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