Machinist x2 C.P. Engineering Limited

We are a leading engineering and manufacturing company , seeking a highly motivated  and experienced Machinists to join our team.

Responsibilities;

• Samples, drawings or instructions to review understand specifications of output
• Plan the sequence of necessary actions for the completion of a job
• Take measurements and mark material for cutting or shaping
• Select appropriate machines (e.g. lathes) and position or load material for a job
• Determine and program size of batches, speed of machine etc.
• Monitor machine while working to adjust the feed, maintain temperature and identify issue
• Check output to ensure consistency with specifications and discard defect
• Keep records of approved and defective units or final products
• Perform routine machine maintenance and repair minor damages
• Other duties assigned by your supervisor

Academic qualifications/ Experience

• Grade 12 school certificate/ GCE
• Craft certificate in Machining from a well recognized institution.
• Diploma level will be an advantage.
• Must have not less than 2 years work experience in engineering and manufacturing industry.
• Must be  a full paid member of Engineering Institution of Zambia.

Professional skills

• Proven experience as machinist
• Experience in using and/or programming manual or automated tools and machines (lathes, grinders etc.)
• Ability to use precision tools (e.g. calipers,) to take accurate measurements
• Knowledge of the properties of metal and other material
• Good at math with analytical abilities
• Physical stamina and strength to lift heavy items