CNC Programmer & Operator (5-Axis, Fanuc)

Beaver Immigration Consulting; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

Beaver Immigration Consulting in Gauteng seeks a skilled CNC Programmer/Operator to join a high-tech manufacturing team. You will program and run 3-axis and 5-axis CNC machines, read CAD drawings, and optimize sheet metal cutting processes to minimize scrap and improve yields.

You will collaborate with shop floor operators, maintain tooling libraries, and ensure safe, efficient production under tight schedules. Prior CNC experience with Fanuc controls is essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years CNC experience.
• Experience operating and programming CNC machinery.
• Proficient with 3-axis and/or 5-axis CNC machines.
• CAD knowledge and ability to interpret technical drawings.
• Program and operate machinery independently.
• Strong understanding of precision cutting and production processes.
• Experience with Fanuc controls is essential.
• Experience machining castings is essential.
• Proficient in turning and milling operations.
• Knowledge of threads, profiles, grooves, and general machining practices.

Responsibilities

• Operate and program 3-axis and 5-axis CNC machines.
• Create, edit and run CNC programs directly on the machine.
• Use existing templates to program and operate machinery.
• Interpret technical drawings and CAD designs.
• Use 3D machine simulations to visualise cutting processes before production.
• Ensure accurate cutting, quality control and minimal material wastage.
• Perform routine machine checks and basic maintenance.
• Follow workplace safety procedures and production standards.
• Work with different materials, including glass, marble and stone.

Skills

CNC programming

Fanuc controls

3-axis CNC

5-axis CNC

CAD interpretation

Reading drawings

Problem solving

Teamwork

Tools

Fanuc controls

CAD/CAM

Job description

Beaver Immigration Consulting in Gauteng seeks a skilled CNC Programmer/Operator to join a high-tech manufacturing team. You will program and run 3-axis and 5-axis CNC machines, read CAD drawings, and optimize sheet metal cutting processes to minimize scrap and improve yields.

You will collaborate with shop floor operators, maintain tooling libraries, and ensure safe, efficient production under tight schedules. Prior CNC experience with Fanuc controls is essential.