Precision Conventional Turner — Independent Machinist

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

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.