Job Description

Job Opportunity: Mechanical CNC Operator / Designer for CNC Machinery

Company:

Mechanical and Electrical Engineering Firm

Location:

Lanseria, Johannesburg

Salary:

Market-related CTC (dependent on experience)

Position Overview

We are seeking a skilled

Mechanical CNC Operator / Designer

with expertise in operating CNC machinery and tool pathing. This role requires a hands-on professional capable of designing, developing, and commissioning machinery solutions.

Requirements:

Travel:

Willingness to travel within South Africa and Africa; valid passport required (includes L.O.A.).

Transport:

Driver's license and reliable transport to work (Lanseria, Randburg).

Experience:

Minimum of 3+ years in: CNC machine setup and operation (lathes, milling machines, laser cutter). Tool pathing and design/development. Creating tool paths from SolidWorks/CAD files.

Preferred Skills and Experience (Advantageous):

Exposure to the

food and beverage packaging industry

. Experience in developing, designing, and manufacturing machine change parts. Reverse engineering capabilities. Proficiency in: Receiving parts, creating CAD drawings (Inventor/SolidWorks), developing tool paths, generating G-Code, and working with Mach 4 or Fanuc controllers. 4-axis machining and CNC routers. Conveyor and machine change part development. Designing and installing packaging machinery. Proficiency in

Microsoft Office Suite

. 90% of machining involves working with

stainless steel (S/S)

and

UHDPE

using 3 and 4-axis CNC lathes and routers.

Role Responsibilities:

Active involvement in projects: design, development, installation, training, and commissioning. Labour management: complete timesheets, job dockets, and provide accurate information. Follow up on orders and deliveries. Clear communication at all levels (verbal and written). Quoting and costing.

Additional Information:

Candidates must possess hands-on tool pathing expertise; applications without this skill set will not be considered.

To Apply:

Send your CV to

design @ schullpak.co.za

.

Job Type: Full-time