Precision 5-Axis Milling Machinist

VDL ETG Singapore; Singapore; On-site; SGD 42,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

VDL ETG Singapore is seeking a skilled CNC Machinist to operate and maintain 5-axis machining centers with multi-pallet systems, ensuring high precision parts while maximizing production efficiency. The role focuses on tool setup, program execution and maintaining safe shopfloor practices.

You will review CAD drawings, calibrate tools, monitor quality using GD&T and inspection methods, and keep documentation up to date.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of Heidenhain control system operation; Soflex/Fastems experience is advantageous.
• Soflex/Fastems manufacturing systems experience advantageous.
• Knowledge of machining processes, cutting tools, and fixture setup.
• Understanding of coolant management systems.
• Knowledge of quality control and inspection methods.
• Understanding of GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing).
• Familiarity with measurement tools.
• Understanding machine calibration procedures.
• Basic mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills.
• Knowledge of safety procedures and protocols.

Responsibilities

• Install, align and secure tools, fixtures and workpieces on the milling machine.
• Review CAD drawings and blueprints to understand specifications.
• Produce parts according to drawings and instructions.
• Ensure shopfloor activities comply with documented procedures.
• Ensure parts meet drawing/specification requirements.
• Work efficiently based on priorities within the allocated time.
• Maintain 5S housekeeping standards at all times.
• Identify and flag machine damages or issues hindering tasks.
• Update documents to track project progress.

Skills

5-axis milling

Heidenhain controls

GD&T

Quality inspection

Measurement tools

Machine calibration

Safety procedures

Soflex/Fastems experience

Coolant management

Tools

Soflex/Fastems software

Measuring instruments (calipers, micrometers)

Job description

Purpose: Responsible for operating and maintaining 5-axis machining centers with multi-pallet systems to produce high quality parts efficiently and safely, while ensuring quality and accuracy of machined parts and supporting production efficiency. He/She is responsible for executing production programs, managing material flow, and performing routine maintenance tasks to minimize downtime and optimize production processes.

Key Area of Responsibilities:

• Installing, aligning and securing cutting tools, fixtures and workpieces on the milling machine to prepare for machining process
• Review computer-aided design, blueprints and technical drawings to understand the specifications and dimensions of the product parts
• Produce part and components according to drawing, specialization and instructions
• To ensure activities in shopfloor are compliance to documented procedure
• To ensure product quality meet specification as specified in the drawing, procedure and process plan
• To work efficiently in based on work priorities with accordance to the allocated estimated time frame
• To ensure proper 5S housekeeping practices at all times
• To identify and highlight any machine damages or any other issues that refrain from completing the tasks
• To update the necessary documents to keep track on progress of project
  
  

Requirements

Qualification & Experiences:

• Knowledge of Heidenhain machine control system operation and Flexible
• Manufacturing System (Soflex/Fastems) are advantageous
• Knowledge of machining processes, cutting tools, and fixture setup
• Understanding of coolant management systems
• Knowledge of quality control and inspection methods
• Understanding of GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing)
• Familiarity with measurement tools
• Understanding machine calibration procedures
• Basic mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills
• Knowledge of safety procedures and protocols (e.g. lockout/tagout, personal protective equipment)