AB03 - Production Machinist - 4 Days - Rotating Shift - $2.5K - $4K

The Supreme HR Advisory Pte. Ltd.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 28,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

The Supreme HR Advisory Pte. Ltd. is seeking a Production Machinist (Precision Engineering) in Singapore to operate CNC machines, interpret drawings, and set up tooling for 2-axis turning and 5-axis milling. You will read CAD/CAM files, control tolerances, and ensure parts meet quality standards.

Role requires NITEC in Precision Engineering and experience in machining, with a 12-hour rotation shift. On-site position in Woodlands area with rotating day/night shifts.

Qualifications

• NITEC in Precision Engineering or equivalent.
• Experience in machining or precision manufacturing.
• Experience in CNC machining including 2-axis turning and 5-axis milling.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, blueprints, and CAD files.
• Must be able to work 12 hours rotation shift.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and operate CNC machines to perform drilling, grinding, milling, and turning.
• Translate technical drawings and engineering instructions into machine programs and commands.
• Set up tools, fixtures, and workpieces according to job specifications.
• Perform 2-axis turning and 5-axis milling operations to produce precision components.
• Read and interpret blueprints, sketches, and CAD/CAM files to determine machining requirements.
• Analyze engineering drawings, product specifications, and sample parts to determine machining methods and process sequences.
• Understand and apply geometric tolerances and dimensional specifications to achieve required accuracy.
• Utilize precision instruments such as micrometers, Vernier calipers, and gauges to measure dimensions and tolerances.
• Inspect and test machined parts to ensure compliance with quality standards and specifications.
• Identify and correct machining defects or deviations.
• Program or modify CNC programs when necessary to improve machining efficiency.
• Characterize material machinability, select appropriate cutting tools, tool holding methods, and coolant types for CNC manufacturing.
• Optimize cutting parameters to improve productivity and maintain part quality.
• Monitor machine operations and listen for irregularities to detect equipment issues.
• Diagnose machine malfunctions and perform basic adjustments or repairs when required.
• Clean, lubricate, and maintain machines, tools, and equipment to ensure safe and efficient operation.
• Support metalworking projects from planning, fabrication, assembly, inspection, and testing.
• Maintain production output while ensuring accuracy and quality standards.
• Work closely with production teams and supervisors to meet operational targets.

Skills

CNC turning

5-axis milling

Blueprint reading

CAD/CAM files

Geometric tolerancing

Quality inspection

Tool setting

Process optimization

Education

NITEC in Precision Engineering

Tools

CNC programming

Micrometers

Vernier calipers

Gauges

CAD/CAM files

Job description

Production Machinist (Precision Engineering)

Location: 2 Woodlands Sector 1, Woodlands Spectrum I Singapore 738068

Working days: Monday-Thursday

Working time: 7.30am - 7.30pm // 7.30pm - 7.30am [Rotated shift]

Salary: $2500 to $4000

CNC Machine Setup and Operation

• Prepare and operate CNC machines to perform machining operations such as drilling, grinding, milling, and turning.
• Translate technical drawings and engineering instructions into machine programs and commands.
• Set up tools, fixtures, and workpieces according to job specifications.
• Perform 2-axis turning and 5-axis milling operations to produce precision components.

Technical Interpretation and Machining

• Read and interpret blueprints, sketches, and CAD/CAM files to determine machining requirements.
• Analyze engineering drawings, product specifications, and sample parts to determine machining methods and process sequences.
• Understand and apply geometric tolerances and dimensional specifications to achieve required accuracy.

Measurement and Quality Control

• Utilize precision instruments such as micrometers, Vernier calipers, and gauges to measure dimensions and tolerances.
• Inspect and test machined parts to ensure compliance with quality standards and specifications.
• Identify and correct machining defects or deviations.

CNC Programming and Process Optimization

• Program or modify CNC programs when necessary to improve machining efficiency.
• Characterize material machinability, select appropriate cutting tools, tool holding methods, and coolant types for CNC manufacturing.
• Optimize cutting parameters to improve productivity and maintain part quality.

Machine Maintenance and Troubleshooting

• Monitor machine operations and listen for irregularities to detect equipment issues.
• Diagnose machine malfunctions and perform basic adjustments or repairs when required.
• Clean, lubricate, and maintain machines, tools, and equipment to ensure safe and efficient operation.

Production Support

• Support metalworking projects from planning, fabrication, assembly, inspection, and testing.
• Maintain production output while ensuring accuracy and quality standards.
• Work closely with production teams and supervisors to meet operational targets.

Workplace and Team Collaboration

• Maintain a clean and organized workspace following safety procedures.
• Document machining activities and report production issues when necessary.

Requirements

• NITEC in Precision Engineering or equivalent.
• Relevant experience in machining or precision manufacturing.
• Experience in CNC machining including 2-axis turning and 5-axis milling is required.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, blueprints, and CAD files.
• Knowledge of machining processes, cutting tools, and materials.
• Must be able to work 12 hours rotation shift.