Cnc Programmer

Fouche & Co Recruitment; KwaZulu-Natal; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established furniture manufacturing company in KwaZulu-Natal is seeking a skilled CNC Programmer. This role involves creating and optimizing CNC programs, interpreting technical drawings, and supporting furniture production. The ideal candidate should have a relevant mechanical engineering qualification and at least 3 years of CNC programming experience. A competitive salary of R18 000 - R20 000 is offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years experience in CNC programming, ideally within furniture or manufacturing.
• Advanced experience with CAD / CAM software.
• Knowledge of frame making or furniture production is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Create and optimize CNC programs for woodworking machinery.
• Interpret technical drawings into production-ready CNC programs.
• Support manufacturing of frames and furniture components.
• Ensure compliance with quality and safety standards.
• Provide technical support during production.

Skills

CNC programming

CAD / CAM software

Woodworking machinery

Technical drawing interpretation

Troubleshooting and problem-solving

Education

Relevant qualification in mechanical engineering or manufacturing

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Fusion 360

Job description

Overview

Our client is a well-established name in the furniture manufacturing industry, recognized for quality craftsmanship and a commitment to innovation. The business operates on a national scale and maintains a reputation for delivering superior products.

Responsibilities

• Create and optimize CNC programs for woodworking machinery using CAD / CAM software
• Interpret technical drawings and translate them into production-ready CNC programs
• Support the manufacturing of frames and other furniture components
• Work closely with production teams to ensure efficient designs
• Troubleshoot and resolve programming and machining issues
• Collaborate with designers and technical staff to improve processes
• Maintain accurate documentation of CNC files, toolpaths, and settings
• Test and validate new programs on production equipment
• Ensure compliance with quality and safety standards
• Provide technical support during production
• Assist with machine setup and calibration
• Train operators on new CNC programs as required
• Identify areas for process and workflow optimization
• Contribute to team meetings and technical reviews
• Report on programming activities and progress

Qualifications

• Relevant qualification in mechanical engineering, manufacturing, or similar
• Minimum 3 years experience in CNC programming, ideally within furniture or manufacturing
• Advanced experience with CAD / CAM software (AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Fusion 360, or similar)
• Experience operating woodworking CNC machines
• Knowledge of frame making or furniture production (advantageous)

Remuneration

R18 000 - R20 000 Cost to Company

Only Shortlisted candidates will be contacted