Junior Machinist

Job Purpose

We are seeking a highly skilled, technically strong CNC Machinist, Setter, and Operator who can bring precision engineering to life. This role requires an ambitious, self-motivated professional capable of operating independently to program, set, and run advanced machinery, while keeping a sharp eye on quality control and first-line inspections.

Requirements & Qualifications

Education

• Minimum (Essential): N2 Qualification with Mathematics.

• Desired (Suggested): N6 / National Diploma in Mechanical Engineering or relevant trade.

Experience & Core Expertise

• Proven Track Record: Minimum of 3 years of experience as a qualified Machinist.

• Hands-on Expertise: Deep practical experience in CNC programming, setting, and operating, alongside general machining and skilled hand work.

Software & Computer Literacy

• Essential: Mastercam (Advanced/Intermediate), MS Excel (Basic), and MS Word (Basic).

• Preferred: Microsoft Dynamics NAV.

• Language: Fluent English proficiency.

Key Performance Areas (KPAs)

1. Operational Excellence — 95%

• Router Management (30%): Successfully set up, program, and run routers.

• CNC & Conventional Lathe (30%): Set up and expertly run CNC and conventional lathe machinery.

• CNC & Milling (10%): Manage everyday CNC and milling work.

• Engineering Support & Prototyping (10%): Collaborate closely with the engineering team to assist in prototype builds.

• Quality Assurance & NCPRs (10%): Assist with Non-Conformance Product Reports (NCPRs), fault-finding, and first-line inspection of manufactured products.

• Administration (5%): Perform and maintain accurate manufacturing and administrative records.

2. Ad Hoc Duties — 5%

• Perform any other operational duties as required by management to support changing company requirements.

Technical Skills & Attributes

• Blueprint Ready: Outstanding ability to read and interpret complex engineering drawings, diagrams, sketches, and technical documents.

• Material Selection: Sharp technical intuition to evaluate and select the right materials for each job.

• Communication: Excellent oral and written communication skills; ability to easily give or take verbal instructions.

• Mindset: Hardworking, organized, highly focused on quality, and driven by a strong mechanical aptitude.