WEDM (Wire Cut) and Super-drill Machinist

COWAY ENGINEERING & MARKETING PTE LTD; Singapore; On-site; SGD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

COWAY ENGINEERING & MARKETING PTE LTD in Singapore is seeking a Senior Machinist to operate WEDM and Super-drill machines, run programs, and ensure parts meet engineering and quality standards. The role includes supporting CNC milling programming and assemblies when required, with a focus on safety and on-time delivery.

The candidate should have at least 2 years of WEDM/CNC milling experience, good basic English, and familiarity with ERP systems and GD&T for accurate measurement and

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in WEDM / CNC Milling machining.
• Able to read, write and communicate in basic English.
• Aerospace, Oil & gas, or Precision manufacturing experience preferred.
• Familiarity with AS9100 or ISO 9001 quality systems advantageous.
• Cad drawing and design for WEDM / Super-drill machine use fixture.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate WEDM and Super-drill machines per job travelers.
• Program, set up parts, perform dry runs and verify before production.
• Perform in-process inspections and manage offsets.
• Record part measurements and report deviations in ERP or process sheets.
• Mentor junior machinists and support CNC milling programming and assemblies when needed.
• Ensure safety, quality, and preventive maintenance.

Skills

WEDM

Super-drill

GD&T

Vernier calipers

Micrometers

ERP familiarity

CAM programming

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Role Purpose

To operate, setup, and maintain WEDM / Super-drill machines cum WEDM programming to produce high precision parts that meet engineering and quality standards. This role is essential in supporting department to meet targets, on-time delivery and machinery quality. Candidate (Senior Machinists) will hold additional responsibilities in supporting CNC milling programming and Assemblies.

Key Responsibilities

1. Machine Setup & Operation (WEDM & Super-drill), Assembly Operations

• Setup WEDM & Super-drill machine per job travelers

• Perform programming, setting of part, dry runs, load programs, and verify before production

• Operate machines safely and efficiently during production runs

2. In-Process Inspection & Offset Management

• Conduct First Piece Inspection

• Perform in-process checks using appropriate measuring tools and adjust offsets as needed

• Manage offset changes during fabrication and production

• Obtain QC approval for production project

3. Documentation & Process Records

• Record part measurements, parameters and job completion status in ERP or process sheets

• Report any deviations or non-conformance to the head of department or QC

4. Preventive Maintenance & Safety

• Conduct daily machine housekeeping and basic preventive maintenance

• Report abnormalities promptly to minimize downtime

• Comply with all safety, quality, and procedural requirements

5 Senior Machinist Additional Responsibilities

• Troubleshooting machining issue with systematic problem-solving

• Mentor junior machinists and review setup as needed

• Take ownership in upholding machining accuracy, safety, and team output

• Provide handover and coordinate part flow with department members

• Support CNC Milling Programming & Assemblies when needed

Required Competencies:

• Skilled in operating WEDM & Super-drill independently

• Able to interpret engineering drawing and apply GD&T

• Proficient in the use of vernier calipers, internal/external micrometers, pin/block gauges, high gauges & projector/SmartScope

• Basic understanding of ERP recording and traveler-based workflows

• Demonstrating willingness to learn and explore

• Cad drawing and design for WEDM / Super-drill machine use fixture

• Cam Programming for wire cut is mandatory
  

Qualification:

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in WEDM / CNC Milling machining

• Able to read, write and communicate in basic English

• Aerospace, Oil & gas, or Precision manufacturing experience preferred

• Familiarity with AS9100 or ISO 9001 quality systems in advantage