CNC Turning Programmer​/Setter​/Operator

CNC Turning Programmer / Setter / Operator

Location: Strand / Helderberg, Western Cape
Industry: Precision Engineering / Manufacturing
Employment Type: Permanent | Full-Time
Working Environment: Workshop / On-site
Recommended Salary: R26 000 to R28 000 Depending on experience

Our client, a small and established precision engineering company based in the Strand / Helderberg area, is seeking an experienced CNC Turning Programmer / Setter / Operator
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The successful candidate must be a hands-on CNC machinist who can confidently program, set and operate CNC lathes independently
.

This role requires someone who understands the complete machining process – from interpreting an engineering drawing and planning the job through to programming, tooling, setup, machining and final dimensional inspection.

• Proven experience in CNC turning / CNC lathe machining.
• Strong programming, setting and operating capability.
• Must be able to program and set CNC lathes independently.
• Fanuc control experience preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.

Strong knowledge of:

• CNC turning
• Tooling and inserts
• Work and tool offsets
• Feeds and speeds
• Job setup
• Tolerances and fits
• Experience manufacturing precision components.
• Experience working to close tolerances.

Strong competency with precision measuring equipment, including:

• Verniers
• Micrometers
• Bore micrometers/gauges
• Thread gauges
• Dial indicators
• Precision engineering experience strongly preferred.
• Relevant trade qualification would be advantageous

• Program CNC lathes independently.
• Set and operate CNC turning machines.
• Interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications.
• Manufacture precision components according to drawings.
• Select appropriate tooling and inserts.
• Determine correct feeds and speeds.
• Set tool and work offsets.
• Set up work holding and components correctly.
• Carry out first-off inspections.
• Adjust programs and offsets where required.
• Monitor machining operations to ensure accuracy and efficiency.
• Manufacture components to close tolerances.
• Use precision measuring equipment to verify dimensions.
• Troubleshoot programming, tooling and machining problems.
• Maintain high quality and productivity standards.
• Maintain machines, tooling and work areas.
• Follow all health and safety procedures.

• We are looking for someone who:
• Is technically strong and hands-on.
• Can take ownership of a CNC turning job from drawing to finished component.
• Requires minimal supervision.
• Has excellent attention to detail.
• Understands precision and quality.
• Is reliable and takes pride in their workmanship.
• Can troubleshoot machining problems.
• Works well within a small engineering team.