Our client in the Manufacturing industry is looking to hire a Patternmaker and CNC Router Operator for the position they have in their growing institute.
Position overview:
• The incumbent would be expected to manufacture patterns, composite moulds and composite parts for the aviation industry.
• The incumbent would be expected to operate a 3-axis CNC (computer controlled) router to manufacture patterns
• The incumbent would be expected to hand finish these and other patterns to a highly polished state and create composite moulds from them
• The incumbent would be expected to manufacture composite parts from these moulds using epoxy resins and wet layup techniques for the aerospace industry.
• The incumbent would work in small teams under the leadership of a workshop manager
Required experience:
• Experience in the aerospace composite manufacturing industry working with epoxy resins would be an advantage.
• The incumbent must be skilled in the use of 3-axis CNC (computer controlled) routers for 3D part creation.
• The incumbent must be skilled in the use of hand tools
Capabilities:
• The incumbent must be capable of operating a large 3-axis or 5-axis CNC router.
• Experience operating CNC machines fitted with a Masso controller would be advantageous.
• The incumbent would not be expected to generate G-code or toolpaths.
• The incumbent should be able to read and understanding engineering drawings.
• The incumbent must be able to accurately follow product manufacturing specifications and work instructions.
• A working knowledge of G-code is required.
Educational Requirements:
• Grade 12
• A recognised CNC operators qualification
• A minimum of 3 years relevant experience in the manufacturing environment.
• Formal training in basic machining principles.
General Abilities:
• Ability to read measuring equipment
• Must demonstrate effective verbal and written communication skills
• Good interpersonal skills
• Strong work ethic and the ability to work without constant supervision
• Enthusiastic and energetic