Conventional Turner

Vulcan Recruit; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 162,000 - 195,000; Full time

Job summary

Vulcan Recruit seeks a skilled Conventional Turner to join a precision engineering workshop in Strand / Helderberg, Western Cape. The successful candidate will operate conventional lathes, set up jobs independently and manufacture components from engineering drawings.

Applicants should have strong tolerance and measurement skills, experience with verniers, micrometers and gauges, and a proven track record in a precision engineering environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Conventional Turner / Manual Turner / Machinist.
• Strong hands-on experience operating conventional lathes.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Trade Test / Red Seal advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate conventional lathes independently.
• Manufacture components according to engineering drawings and specifications.
• Perform turning operations including facing, boring, threading, taper turning, drilling, parting, grooving.
• Use precision measuring equipment to inspect components.

Skills

Conventional lathes

Read drawings

Independent setup

Machinist experience

Tools

Verniers

Micrometers

Bore gauges

Dial indicators

Thread gauges

Job description

Conventional Turner

Location: Strand ,Somerset West / Helderberg, Western Cape
Industry: Precision Engineering / Manufacturing
Employment Type: Permanent | Full-Time
Working Environment: Workshop / On-site
Salary: R16 000

About the Opportunity

Our client, a well-established precision engineering company based in the Strand / Helderberg area, is looking for an experienced Conventional Turner to join their workshop team.

This role is ideal for a skilled, hands-on machinist who is confident operating conventional lathes independently and manufacturing precision components from engineering drawings.

The successful candidate must take pride in producing accurate, high-quality work and be comfortable working in a precision engineering environment where attention to detail, reliability and workmanship are essential.

Minimum Requirements

• Proven experience as a Conventional Turner / Manual Turner / Machinist.
• Strong hands-on experience operating conventional lathes.
• Ability to set up and complete jobs independently.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.

Good knowledge of:

• Tolerances and fits
• Cutting tools
• Feeds and speeds
• Threading
• Different materials and machining characteristics
• Experience using precision measuring instruments.
• Ability to work to close tolerances.
• Previous experience in a precision engineering environment is highly advantageous.
• CNC turning experience would be advantageous but is not essential.
• A recognised Trade Test / Red Seal would be advantageous

Key Responsibilities

• Set up and operate conventional lathes independently.
• Manufacture components according to engineering drawings and specifications.

Perform turning operations including:

• Facing
• Boring
• Thread cutting
• Taper turning
• Drilling
• Parting
• Grooving

Select appropriate cutting tools and machining methods.

Determine suitable feeds and speeds.

Set up workpieces accurately before machining.

Machine components to specified tolerances and dimensions.

Measure and inspect components during and after machining.

Use precision measuring equipment such as:

• Verniers
• Micrometers
• Bore gauges
• Dial indicators
• Thread gauges
• Identify and correct machining problems.
• Carry out repairs, modifications and rework where required.
• Maintain machinery, tooling and the general work area.
• Ensure high standards of workmanship and quality.
• Follow company health and safety procedures.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate will:

• Be technically strong and hands-on.
• Be able to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Have excellent attention to detail.
• Take pride in producing accurate work.
• Be reliable and dependable.
• Have strong problem-solving abilities.
• Work well as part of a small engineering team.
• Be committed to quality and safety.