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Artisan Careers is a pioneering platform for professionally qualified & skilled Artisanal tradespersons. We proactively source, screen top candidates through our talent pipeline development process for top employers and create access to career opportunities.

Why Choose Manual Lathe Turning Artisan as a Career Pathway?

A career as a Manual Lathe Engineer involves the precise shaping and machining of metal and other materials using a manual lathe machine. This role requires expertise in operating lathes to produce parts with high accuracy, reading and interpreting mechanical drawings, and performing maintenance on machines to ensure optimal performance. Manual Lathe Engineers are crucial in manufacturing industries, automotive production, aerospace, and other sectors where precision engineering is required.

Possible career pathways: CNC Machinist, Precision Engineer, Maintenance Engineer, Toolmaker, Production Manager, Quality Control Inspector, Technical Instructor, Mechanical Designer.

Core Responsibilities 

• Operate manual lathe machines to manufacture components according to mechanical manufacturing drawings and specifications.
• Plan jobs effectively and manage tasks to meet project deadlines and ensure accurate production.
• Maintain quality control by adhering to specified tolerances and ensuring high precision in all machined parts.
• Handle raw materials and manage their preparation for machining.
• Ensure the manual lathe is regularly maintained for optimal operation and performance.
• Collaborate with other team members and departments to meet production requirements and solve any machining-related issues.
• Accurately read, interpret, and execute tasks based on mechanical assembly drawings.
• Maintain safety standards and follow workshop protocols.

Minimum Qualifications & Experience

• Grade 12 or Equivalent with a Diploma or Degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Qualified Artisan (Tool Maker/Turner Machinist).
• 2-5 years post-qualification experience in the machining/tool making environment.
• Previous experience in handling raw materials and working on manual lathe machines.
• Job planning and execution experience.
• Code 8 Driver’s License (required)

Core Competencies 

• Technical Expertise:  Proficiency in operating manual lathe machines, interpreting mechanical drawings, and maintaining quality control in machining tasks.
• Attention to Detail: ability to work accurately, ensuring parts are machined to precise tolerances and meet project deadlines.

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For secure registration, application, or to join our talent pipeline, visit our career page at Artisan Careers. Artisan Careers is a division of Think-Career™ Group and a proud member of APSO.

Disclaimer

At Artisan Careers, we will ensure that no job applicant receives less favourable treatment because of their gender, marital or civil partnership status, sexual orientation, colour, race, ethnic origin, religion, disability, or age; nor be disadvantaged by any other conditions or requirements which are irrelevant.