CNC Operator

Ruiru, Kiambu, Kenya
Full Time
Mid Level
About the role
BURN  is looking for a CNC Operator who will be responsible for setting up, programming, and operating CNC milling machines to manufacture high-quality production tools, jigs, fixtures, and prototype components. The role works closely with the Tooling and NPD/NPI teams to ensure precision machining, quality compliance, efficient machine utilization, and continuous improvement of tooling processes.

Duties and Responsibilities
  • Set up jobs on the CNC Machine
  • Read and interpret CNC programs and technical drawings.
  • Generate toolpaths for CNC Machining
  • Carry out quality inspection for machined parts.
  • Ensure components meet dimensional and surface finish requirements.
  • Responsible for keeping and updating cutting tool machine inventory.
  • Scheduling daily machining activities on the CNC Machine.
  • Working with the NPD & NPI team on tools review before machining.
  • Machining and prototyping production tools, jigs, and fixtures.
  • Carry out Autonomous maintenance.
  • Ensure all work is undertaken to a high-quality standard and adheres to all quality standard regulations.
  • Understand and operate within basic cost/ budget measures for tooling.
  • Work within 5S (Sort, set in order, Shine, Standardise, sustain) methodology to maintain the workplace to a high standard.
Skills and Experience
  • 3+ years of experience in CNC milling machine operation.
  • Ability to generate both 2D &3 D toolpaths.
  • Good understanding of at least 1 CAM software (Fusion, Solid Cam, Mastercam)
  • Experienced in CAD modelling using AutoCAD, Fusion 360, or Solidworks.
  • Good communication skills, both written and oral.
  • Good interpersonal skills.
  • Action-oriented.
  • Mechanical aptitude, ability to troubleshoot and repair mechanical issues.
  • Well organized.
  • Works well in a team
                                                 Qualified Female Candidates encouraged to Apply

BURN does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application, interview, meeting, processing, training, or any other fees).
 



 
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