Milling Machine Operator & Setter - Benoni

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.

Location: Benoni, ZA

Posted Date: 5/9/2025