Conventional Turner

Midvaal Recruitment; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 167,000 - 279,000; Part time

Job summary

Midvaal Recruitment is seeking an experienced Conventional Turner for a short-term temporary contract in Beaconvale, Cape Town. The candidate will work on conventional machinery such as centre lathes, turning and finishing components per drawings with accuracy and quality.

The role requires reading drawings, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently to meet production deadlines in a manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Trade-Tested Turner with proven experience on conventional turning machinery.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings.
• Strong understanding of machining processes, measurements and tolerances.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate conventional lathes and workshop machinery.
• Turn, machine and finish components according to drawings and specs.
• Measure with verniers and micrometers to ensure tolerances.
• Maintain clean, safe work area and report issues.

Skills

Trade-Tested Turner

Conventional turning

Reading drawings

Independent worker

Tools

Centre lathes

Job description

TEMPORARY VACANCY – CONVENTIONAL TURNER

Position: Conventional Turner Location: Beaconvale, Cape Town Employment Type: Short-Term Temporary Contract Reference: MID709

About the Position

Midvaal Recruitment is currently recruiting on behalf of a well-established engineering and manufacturing company based in Beaconvale, Cape Town, for an experienced and Trade-Tested Turner with strong conventional machining experience.

This is an excellent short-term temporary opportunity for a technically competent Turner who is confident working on conventional machinery such as centre lathes, can work independently, and can produce accurate, high-quality components within a workshop environment.

Minimum Requirements

• Trade-Tested Turner – essential
• Proven experience operating conventional turning machinery
• Strong experience working on centre lathes / conventional lathes
• Previous experience in a manufacturing, engineering or machining environment
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings
• Strong understanding of machining processes, measurements and tolerances
• Ability to set up and operate conventional machinery independently
• Competent with measuring equipment and precision instruments
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Ability to work independently and meet production deadlines
• Good knowledge of workshop health and safety procedures

Key Responsibilities

• Set up and operate conventional lathes and other workshop machinery
• Manufacture, turn and machine components according to technical drawings and specifications
• Perform turning, facing, boring, threading and other conventional machining operations
• Select and fit appropriate cutting tools and tooling
• Take accurate measurements using verniers, micrometers and other precision measuring equipment
• Ensure components meet required specifications, dimensions and tolerances
• Monitor machining processes and make adjustments where required
• Inspect finished components for quality and dimensional accuracy
• Identify machining defects or issues and take corrective action
• Conduct basic machine checks and maintain machinery and tooling
• Maintain a clean, organised and safe working area
• Work efficiently to meet production targets and deadlines
• Adhere to all company quality, safety and operational procedures

Important: This is a short-term temporary contract. Candidates must be available to commence work at short notice and be comfortable with temporary employment.