CNC PROGRAMMER AND PUNCH OPERATOR IN SOUTH AFRICA

We looking for an experienced CNC Punching Machine Programmer and Operator. The successful candidate will be responsible for the set up and operation of the power press machine or press brake to bend, stretch, notch or straighten metal plates as specified by the job card, design, blue prints or layouts. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: - 3 years’ experience as a CNC Operator (Bending and/or punching machines) - 1 year experience as CNC Programmer in a production environment - Relevant CNC Programming Certificate - Sound knowledge of steel products’ production process KEY RESPONSIBILITY AREAS: • Pull Tooling and Prepare Setup of Jobs by ensuring that the correct tool is used for each job. • Supervise production to ensure machines operates effectively in a safe manner. • Ensure all components required for a specific job are accessible. • Ensure all components are bent correctly in order to make the final product as per deadlines. • Ensure each machine is evaluated daily, checked for any obstructions, • Ensuring the machines are always neat and clean. • Ensure routine maintenance and lubrication of machines place as per schedules. • Ensure all tools are kept in a good condition and stored neatly. • Ensure all safety precautions, procedures and rules are adhered to at all times. • Ensure your work station and production area is always neat and clean. • Operation of the ACL Press Brake. • Working with material handler to make sure that material for each job is on schedule and in the proper location. • Identify areas for process improvement, cost and waste reduction. • Assist with other machines/processes on the production floor. • Ad hoc duties, as assigned by management. Competencies: • Math skills: must have good math skills in order to understand complex instructions and how schematics work, as well as the ability to make sure that items are designed and built correctly. • Problem-solving skills: needs to know why machines are not at peak performance, how to increase output and how to fix errors. • Thorough understanding of flat pattern layout. • Must be able to use all features of the press brake. • Computer literate (MS Word and Excel). • Must have a full understanding of geometric tolerances and how they relate to the finished part. • Ability to prepare and run bend-setups and forming operations. This includes custom punch/die modification used in combination with other tooling (either standard or custom)