You Know How to Machine It. Can You Cost It?

We’re looking for an experienced CNC Machinist / Programmer who can take years of hands-on machining knowledge and apply it to manufacturing estimates and quotations.

You’ll look at a technical drawing, determine how the component should be manufactured, what material and tooling are required, how long it will take to machine, and ultimately what it will cost to produce.

This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned machinist looking to move into a more commercial role (using your technical skills and experience).

Key Responsibilities

• Review technical drawings and determine the most effective machining process.
  
• Estimate setup, machining and cycle times for new components.
  
• Assess material type, hardness and machinability when preparing estimates.
  
• Determine tooling, speeds, feeds, workholding and machining requirements.
  
• Prepare accurate machining estimates to support quotations.
  
• Program CNC lathes and milling machines, using Edgecam.
  
• Develop machining methods for new and prototype components.
  
• Identify manufacturing risks and potential cost-saving opportunities.
  
• Assist with tooling, jigs, fixtures and gauges.
  
• Support Engineering and Production with machining and process-related challenges
  

Requirements

• 5–10+ years' CNC machining experience, ideally as a qualified CNC Machinist, Fitter & Turner, Toolmaker or similar.
  
• Strong hands-on experience with both CNC turning and milling.
  
• Proven CNC programming/CAM experience.
  
• Edgecam experience is highly preferred; strong Mastercam experience will also be considered.
  
• Excellent ability to read and interpret technical drawings.
  
• Strong knowledge of materials, tooling, speeds, feeds, tolerances and machining processes.
  
• Able to accurately determine how a component should be manufactured and estimate the time and resources required.
  
• Must come from a metalworking, precision engineering or heavy manufacturing environment.
  
• Experience machining large, complex or high-value components would be a strong advantage.
  
• Detail-focused, commercially aware and confident making technical decisions.
  

Benefits

Salary & Benefits

R45,000 CTC, depending on experience. Some flexibility may be available for an exceptional candidate with strong machining, programming and estimating expertise.

How to Apply

If you’ve spent years machining components and can look at a drawing and quickly understand how to make it, how long it will take and what it should cost, we’d like to hear from you.

Apply through SQ1 Recruitment with your updated CV.

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