Patternmaker and CNC Router Operator

AtripleA recruitment & temps; Centurion; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in Centurion seeks a Patternmaker and CNC Router Operator. The role involves manufacturing patterns and composite moulds for the aviation industry, operating a 3-axis CNC router, and hand-finishing products. Candidates should have experience in aerospace composite manufacturing, be skilled in CNC routers, and have strong communication abilities. A formal CNC qualification and three years of experience are required. This position offers an exciting opportunity in a dynamic team environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in aerospace composite manufacturing working with epoxy resins is an advantage.
• Skilled in using 3-axis CNC routers for 3D part creation.
• Minimum of 3 years relevant experience in manufacturing.
• Ability to accurately follow product manufacturing specifications and work instructions.

Responsibilities

• Manufacture patterns, composite moulds, and parts for the aviation industry.
• Operate a 3-axis CNC router to manufacture patterns.
• Hand finish patterns to a highly polished state.

Skills

Operating CNC routers

Using hand tools

Reading engineering drawings

Following manufacturing specifications

Reading measuring equipment

Education

Grade 12

Recognised CNC operators qualification

Formal training in basic machining principles

Tools

Masso controller

Job description

Patternmaker and CNC Router Operator (Manufacturing)

Location: Centurion

Position overview

• The incumbent would be expected to manufacture patterns, composite moulds and composite parts for the aviation industry.
• The incumbent would be expected to operate a 3-axis CNC (computer controlled) router to manufacture patterns.
• The incumbent would be expected to hand finish these and other patterns to a highly polished state and create composite moulds from them.
• The incumbent would be expected to manufacture composite parts from these moulds using epoxy resins and wet lay-up techniques for the aerospace industry.
• The incumbent would work in small teams under the leadership of a workshop manager.

Required experience

• Experience in the aerospace composite manufacturing industry working with epoxy resins would be an advantage.
• The incumbent must be skilled in the use of 3-axis CNC (computer controlled) routers for 3D part creation.
• The incumbent must be skilled in the use of hand tools.

Capabilities

• The incumbent must be capable of operating a large 3-axis or 5-axis CNC router.
• Experience operating CNC machines fitted with a Masso controller would be advantageous.
• The incumbent would not be expected to generate G-code or toolpaths.
• The incumbent should be able to read and understand engineering drawings.
• The incumbent must be able to accurately follow product manufacturing specifications and work instructions.
• A working knowledge of G-code is required.

Educational Requirements

• Grade 12
• A recognised CNC operators qualification
• A minimum of 3 years relevant experience in the manufacturing environment.
• Formal training in basic machining principles.

General Abilities

• Ability to read measuring equipment
• Must demonstrate effective verbal and written communication skills
• Good interpersonal skills
• Strong work ethic and the ability to work without constant supervision
• Enthusiastic and energetic

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