Experienced CNC Turner (Port Elizabeth)

National Oilwell Varco; Gqeberha; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is on the lookout for a highly skilled CNC Turner with milling experience. In this dynamic role, you will manufacture precision components while operating CNC and Conventional Lathes, ensuring adherence to quality standards and specifications. Your expertise in interpreting technical drawings and programming CNC machines will be crucial as you contribute to the production process. This position offers an opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment where your skills will be valued, and teamwork is essential. If you thrive under pressure and are passionate about engineering, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a heavy engineering environment.
• Ability to read and understand technical drawings.

Responsibilities

• Operating CNC and Conventional Lathes to manufacture components.
• Programming CNC Lathe and ensuring correct material usage.

Skills

CNC Lathe Operation

Conventional Lathe Operation

Technical Drawing Interpretation

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Education

Technical Grade 12 (N3)

Qualified Turner Machinist

Tools

Fanuc Controls

Mazak Controls

Siemens Controls

Job description

NOV Rig South Africa is seeking a highly experienced CNC Turner with Milling experience. The job includes manufacturing components/parts to required specifications and quality standards in accordance with drawings, sketches, and/or verbal instructions by operating a CNC Lathe and/or Conventional Lathe.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Operating CNC and Conventional Lathes
• Reading and understanding drawings and ensuring the correct drawing is used for the specific job
• Loading CNC lathe or manual lathe by either using an overhead crane or doing it manually
• Ensuring correct material usage
• Programming of CNC Lathe
• Identifying the correct tooling for the required application
• Loading and downloading approved programs to and from designated computer
• Being prepared to work overtime/shifts when required
• General maintenance of milling and/or lathe machines
• Ensuring machines are well lubricated as per the operating requirements

QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE, & SKILLS:

• Technical Grade 12 (N3); Qualified Turner Machinist
• Minimum 5 years’ experience within a heavy engineering environment
• Familiarity with Fanuc, Mazak, and Siemens controls; milling background would also be an advantage
• Ability to read and understand drawings
• Able to work under pressure
• Team player
• Problem-solving skills

About the company

National Oilwell Varco is an American multinational corporation based in Houston, Texas.