CNC Bore Turner (V-Bore) – Vanderbijlpark
Job Description
Position available for a CNC Bore Turner (V-Bore) based in Vanderbijpark.
Minimum Requirements / Qualifications
- Minimum Grade 12 / N3,
- Technical Skills –Basic CNC experience
- Minimum of two years’ post-qualification experience.
- Proven experience working in a machining and engineering environment.
- Strong attention to detail, with the ability to identify potential issues and take prompt corrective action.
- High emotional intelligence, including self-awareness, interpersonal skills and empathy.
- Ability to accurately interpret and follow detailed instructions, procedures and technical documentation.
- Strong communication skills, with the ability to communicate clearly and effectively with colleagues and supervisors.
- Willingness to work long hours and overtime when required.
- Reliable attendance and punctuality, with good work ethics and sober habits.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while maintaining high standards of quality and productivity.
- Hardworking, reliable and committed, with a strong sense of responsibility and dedication to achieving operational goals.
Key Areas of Responsibility
- Set up and operate CNC Vertical Boring/Turning machines (V-Bores/VTLs) safely and efficiently.
- Read, interpret and work accurately from engineering drawings, machining instructions and technical specifications.
- Select, install and correctly use appropriate turning tools, boring bars, inserts, drills and other cutting tools.
- Select and set up suitable workholding equipment, fixtures and clamping arrangements for various components.
- Load, position, centre, align and securely clamp workpieces on the machine.
- Set and adjust machine offsets, work coordinates, tool geometry, tool wear offsets, Speeds, feeds and cutting parameters.
- Perform a variety of machining operations, including turning, boring, facing, grooving, drilling, reaming, chamfering and other related operations.
- Machine both internal and external diameters to specified dimensions and tolerances.
- Use and accurately read precision measuring and inspection equipment, including micrometers, vernier callipers, bore gauges, depth gauges and dial indicators.
- Measure components during and after machining to ensure dimensional accuracy and compliance with engineering drawing tolerances.
- Inspect finished components for dimensions, concentricity, run-out, surface finish and overall quality.
- Identify and rectify machining issues such as tool wear, vibration, incorrect offsets, dimensional inaccuracies, poor surface finish and incorrect cutting parameters.
- Monitor tooling condition and carry out tool changes and replacement of inserts and consumables when required.
- Make appropriate offset adjustments to maintain dimensional accuracy and compensate for tool wear.
- Maintain accurate production, quality and inspection records.
- Carry out routine machine checks, cleaning, lubrication and basic operator maintenance.
- Ensure all work is carried out in accordance with company procedures, quality standards and health and safety requirements.
- Report machine faults, tooling problems, quality concerns and other operational issues to the relevant supervisor.
- Maintain good housekeeping around the machine and ensure tools and equipment are stored correctly.
- Work efficiently to meet production targets and scheduled deadlines while maintaining required quality standards.
- Minimise scrap, rework, tooling wastage and machine downtime through effective machine operation and attention to detail.
- AD HOC Duties assigned from time to time.