Qualified Turner

Midvaal Recruitment; Vereeniging; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

Midvaal Recruitment invites applications for a Qualified Turner to join a workshop team in Vereeniging. The role focuses on operating conventional turning machinery and performing precision machining of industrial components.

Applicants should be trade tested or qualified with 3+ years in a mechanical/ manufacturing workshop, strong lathe experience, reading drawings, and attention to tolerances. Independent work ethic and ability to meet deadlines are essential.

Qualifications

• Trade-tested or qualified Turner with relevant technical qualification.
• Experience in a mechanical engineering or manufacturing workshop.

Responsibilities

• Operate conventional turning machinery to manufacture and repair components.
• Perform precision turning, facing, boring, threading, grooving and related machining operations.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
• Set up and operate lathes according to job requirements.
• Measure components using verniers, micrometers and precision measuring equipment.
• Work with steel and stainless steel.
• Conduct quality checks to ensure tolerances and specifications are met.
• Assist with repair, refurbishment and machining of industrial rollers and related components.

Job description

URGENT VACANCY – QUALIFIED TURNER

Location: Vereeniging, Gauteng

Position: Qualified Turner

Reference: MID724

Urgent Appointment

An established engineering and manufacturing company specialising in the manufacture, refurbishment and precision machining of industrial components and rollers is urgently seeking a Qualified Turner to join their workshop team.

Key Responsibilities:

Operate conventional turning machinery to manufacture and repair engineering components.

Perform precision turning, facing, boring, threading, grooving and related machining operations.

Read and interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications.

Set up and operate lathes according to job requirements.

Measure components accurately using verniers, micrometers and other precision measuring equipment.

Work with steel, stainless steel and other engineering materials.

Conduct quality checks to ensure components meet required tolerances and specifications.

Assist with the repair, refurbishment and machining of industrial rollers and related components.

Maintain a clean, safe and organised workshop environment.

Complete work efficiently while maintaining high standards of accuracy and quality.

Requirements:

Trade Tested Turner / Qualified Turner.

Relevant technical qualification or trade certification.

3+ years’ experience in a mechanical engineering or manufacturing workshop.

Strong conventional lathe/turning experience.

Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.

Experience with precision machining and measuring equipment.

Good understanding of machining tolerances and quality requirements.

Experience working with steel and stainless steel will be advantageous.

Strong mechanical aptitude and attention to detail.

Ability to work independently and meet production deadlines.

Advantageous Experience:

Experience in roller manufacturing, heavy engineering, industrial machinery, fabrication or component refurbishment will be highly advantageous.

Only candidates meeting the minimum requirements will be contacted.