Responsibilities

  • Machine Setup: Install chucks, tools, bushings, and gears to prepare the lathe.
  • Operation: Perform turning, facing, boring, threading, and drilling.
  • Quality Control: Measure finished parts using calipers, micrometers, and precision gauges to verify dimensions against blueprints.
  • Maintenance: Clean equipment, replace worn cutting tools, and perform routine preventative maintenance.
  • Safety: Follow shop safety rules, wear required personal protective equipment (PPE), and report malfunctions.

Qualifications and Skills

  • Education: High School Diploma or GED; technical or ITI certification in mechanical fields is often preferred.
  • Blueprint Reading: Ability to interpret technical drawings, diagrams, and work instructions.
  • Technical Skills: Basic math, mechanical aptitude, and familiarity with measuring tools.
  • Experience: 2 to 6years of hands-on experience operating manual or CNC lathe machinery.

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Closes Thursday 29 October · 6 days left

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How to apply

Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV and portfolio to: a***@africanindustries.com using "Mechanical Engineer Application" as the subject of the email.

What to submit

  • CV / résumé

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