CNC Programmer - Springs at Epiroc

The role  

Key Responsibilities

• Time and Attendance.
• On Occasion when requested will have to assist Production Engineer, Team Leaders, QSHE Manager.
• Programing of CNC lathes, milling machines and Multi axis machine centers.
• Continuous improvement projects in area and machine efficiencies.
• Setting and machining of 1st off pieces for new jobs.
• Reduction of tooling cost.
• Manage tooling inventories.
• Optimization of cycle time using the correct tooling for the specific application.
• Adherence to quality requirements as specified in the work instructions and drawings.
• Follow and implement Lean principals.
• Develop a training plan for CNC operators that will fit in with the desired operational requirements.
• Ensure that quality is not compromised.
• Ensure that CNC programs are updated and loaded on the machines and backed up on M drive.
• Will carry out any other function or duty as may be required in terms of "The Way We Do Things".
• Develop a training plan for CNC operators that will fit in with the desired operational requirements.
• Ensure that quality is not compromised.
• Perform planed task observations (PTO's).
• Ensure that the CNC programs are saved on M drive and maintained as per requirements.
• Will carry out any other function or duty as may be required in terms of "The Way We Do Things".

Competences, skills and experience    

Experience requirements

• A proven track record in a production environment is essential.
• Good understanding of OHS and ISO.
• Strong CNC programming and setting knowledge.
• Lean manufacturing principals.
• Kaizen implementation skills.
• Knowledge of CAD/CAM Systems, Solidworks will be an added advantage.

Knowledge / Educational requirements

• Grade 12 qualification.
• Relevant trade qualification.
• Ability to manually load programs on to CNC machines.
• Mazatrol and Fanuc control experience.
• Minimum of 5 years relevant experience in CNC machining environment.
• Minimum of 3 years' experience as CNC programmer.
• Must be able to read drawings and perform mathematical calculations to calculate feeds and speeds for cutting tools.
• Machine tool experience.
• Computer literate MS Office.
• Good understanding of lean principles.

Personality, skills other requirements

• Self-disciplined and adherence to company rules and regulation.
• Self-motivated and must be able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Quality driven
• Able to work shifts/overtime when required.
• Must be able to coach teach others.
• Administration and organizational skills.
• Be able to work under pressure.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Be proactive and accurate.
• Able to build strong & effective working relationships with colleagues.
• Ability to multitask.
• Ability to work with minimum supervision.