Job specializations:
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Trades / Skilled Labor
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Responsibilities
- Operate brake disc and drum skimming machines safely and efficiently.
- Measure brake disc thickness, drum diameter, runout and wear limits before machining.
- Determine whether skimming is permissible based on OEM specifications.
- Machine brake discs and drums to achieve required surface finish and tolerances.
- Perform both on-car and off-car brake disc skimming where applicable.
- Carry out machining of commercial vehicle brake drums and passenger vehicle brake discs.
- Inspect braking components for wear, cracks, heat spots, scoring, distortion and other defects.
- Identify brake noise, vibration, pulsation and uneven braking concerns.
- Recommend replacement where machining limits have been exceeded.
- Verify repair quality through final measurements and testing.
- Coordinate with service advisors, foremen and technicians regarding brake repairs.
- Ensure job cards are properly updated with machining details and measurements.
- Maintain records of discs and drums machined, scrap items and rejected components.
- Support technicians during brake overhaul and repair activities.
- Maintain skimming machines, adapters and measuring equipment in good working condition.
- Conduct daily machine inspections and preventive maintenance.
- Report equipment malfunction or calibration issues immediately.
- Ensure all machined components comply with manufacturer specifications.
- Conduct final inspection before releasing components for installation.
- Minimize rework through accurate measurements and machining practices.
- Follow workshop quality standards and repair procedures at all times.
- Follow all workshop safety procedures and PPE requirements.
- Maintain a clean and organized work area.
- Handle heavy brake drums and components using approved lifting equipment.
- Comply with environmental and waste disposal regulations.
- High School Certificate or equivalent.
- Technical/Vocational qualification in Automotive Technology preferred.
- Minimum 2 years experience operating brake disc and drum skimming machines.
- Experience with passenger vehicles, light and heavy commercial vehicles preferred.
- Familiarity with machines of brands such as DaTo, Van Norman, Pro-Cut, Ammco.
- Knowledge of automotive braking systems.
- Ability to interpret OEM brake specifications.
- Proficiency in using micrometers, dial gauges, vernier calipers, and precision measuring tools.
- Understanding of brake disc runout, thickness variation, and drum wear limits.
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