Machine Operators

Leita Steel Group; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 89,280 - 133,920; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing company in Pretoria is seeking a Machine Operator. Candidates must have a Matric Certificate and preferably experience with Ficep or Peddinghaus CNC machinery. Responsibilities include ensuring the safety and proper operation of machinery, performing maintenance, and conducting quality checks. The role demands attention to detail and the ability to work under pressure. On-the-job training will be provided for successful applicants.

Qualifications

• 1 year of experience independently operating computer-controlled machine operation.
• Certificate from technical school or 6 additional months of relevant experience in CNC operations.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the safe and proper running of all machinery and equipment.
• Perform all planned maintenance schedules accurately.
• Observe machines to monitor quality and adjust as needed.
• Participate in continuous improvement and corrective action activities.

Skills

Attention to detail

Ability to read and understand drawings

Flexible and adaptable

Education

High School NSC Certificate (Matric Certificate)

Tools

Ficep CNC Machinery

Peddinghaus CNC Machinery

Job description

Machine Operator Position

We are looking for Machine Operators.

We encourage anyone with a Matric Certificate to apply for this position as on the Job Training will be provided for selected candidates.

Experience Required:

The successful candidates must possess the following skills and attributes:

Minimum:

• High School NSC Certificate (Matric Certificate).

Preferred:

• Experience working on Ficep and/or Peddinghaus CNC Machinery.
• 1 year of experience independently operating computer-controlled machine operation.
• Certificate from technical school or 6 additional months of relevant experience and/or training in computerised numerically controlled (CNC) machine operations.
• 2 years of experience in computer-controlled machine operation.
• Ability to read and understand drawings.
• Attention to detail

Responsibilities:

• Ensure the safe and proper running of all machinery and equipment are conducted.
• Ensure that all planned maintenance schedules are accurately performed.
• Ensures and maintains a clean working area and environment.
• Observe machine during operation to monitor quality of finished product and/or material issues, adjusting machine as necessary.
• Generate computer programs to direct machine for proper operation and specification for job as needed.
• Set up and operate machines with proper tooling and consumables for current job needs.
• Maintain material reporting and plan best material usage to maximize finished products with least amount of raw material and consumables used.
• Use lifting devices and mobile equipment to place materials/parts where needed.
• Use appropriate measuring tools, processes, and systems to perform First Piece Inspection and other quality checks before, during and after production to confirm material and/or product meets specifications.
• Actively participates in continuous improvement and corrective action activities.
• Accurately reporting on cutting list items and offcuts.

Technical Competencies:

• Safety awareness.
• Reporting skills.
• Production Environment Awareness.
• Flexible and Adaptable. Can adapt to new ideas and situations.
• Meets proposed deadlines with ability to work under pressure.
• Effective teamwork.