Lathe Machinist

• Operate conventional lathe machines to perform turning, facing, boring, drilling and taper machining.

• Carry out valve seat taper machining according to approved drawings and required dimensions.

• Perform internal and external thread cutting to specified thread forms and sizes.

• Set up workpieces, select cutting tools and adjust machine speeds and feeds to achieve required tolerances and surface finishes.

• Inspect completed components, perform routine machine care and maintain safe workshop practices.

Requirements

• ITI, Diploma or relevant trade qualification in Machining, Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.

• Hands-on experience operating and setting up conventional lathe machines.

• Proven ability to perform valve seat taper machining accurately.

• Experience in thread cutting, turning, boring and other precision machining activities.

• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and verify machining tolerances using micrometers, vernier calipers and gauges.

• Good understanding of cutting tools, machining parameters, workshop safety and routine machine maintenance.

Benefits