59 Machine Shop jobs in South Africa

Machine Shop Supervisor

Gauteng, Gauteng Southey Contracting Offshore Division

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QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

  • Engineering Trade Certificate in Fitting and/or turning with 5-10 years’ experience within the Manufacturing and Engineering Industry. CNC Machine programming (Fanuc and Siemens).
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Ensure health, safety and environmental procedures and legal requirements are adhered to. Report any deviations to H&S Officer and/or Operations Manager.
  • Accountable for conducting daily SHE inspections, acting on all deviations raised and informing the Manufacturing Manager and SHE department.
  • Stop any unsafe act or condition and remedy such action or condition immediately.
  • Determine the tools and equipment needed to effectively complete a job.
  • Participate in the creation of the daily machine schedule providing feedback to feasibility, flow, and operator capacity. Ensure all machines are running in accordance with the daily published schedule, and with objectives to meet established targets.
  • Problem solving / Component Quality: Coordinate directly with QC department to validate part quality from QC reports. For any non-conforming issues, validate part setup, tool builds, fixture requirements and machine geometry and coordinate data with the Project Engineer to achieve the required resolution and expected quality.
  • Using the forecasted machine schedule, proactively verify the machines are configured correctly with appropriate tooling, available tool life, and fixtures as required to meet the forecasted production schedule.
  • Develop, implement, and evaluate SOPs and WIs to maintain, troubleshoot, and improve processes related to: Machine maintenance, operator procedures, tooling procedures, pre-setting procedures, etc.
  • Actively mentors and participates in the training of machinists. Includes goalsetting and review, along with completion of annual performance review.
  • Must be proficient in interpreting drawings.
  • Hands on experience working with Fanuc and Siemens machine controls.
  • Direct experience with root cause analysis associated with CNC machine tools, cutting tools and human performance.
  • Passion for precision and efficiency
  • Machine programming languages (G-code)
  • Supervises daily machine shop floor activities to efficiently allocate resources and coordinates workflow as determined by available work and equipment and assigns daily production duties to machinist.
  • Collaborates with the Machine shop Superintendent to review and analyse production, quality control, maintenance, and operational issues to determine causes of nonconformity, production shortfalls, and operating concerns for remediation and implementation of appropriate corrective action.
  • Partners with the maintenance department to identify and resolve equipment maintenance issues.
  • Oversee assembly fitting of components prior to machine set-up and machining.
  • Oversee final assembly of components.
  • Accountable for recording production activities into the Inventory/Production system within the Machine Shop and for online and postproduction variance analyses and corrective action.
  • Must have thorough working knowledge of programming software and be able to identify CNC programming issues and requirement changes.
  • Inspect completed work for conformance to specification using tools such as calipers, height gauges, micrometres, rulers etc.
  • Clocking on the job and validating employees’ hours daily.
  • AD HOC Duties

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Machine Shop Supervisor

Southey Contracting

Posted 3 days ago

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QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE :

Engineering Trade Certificate in Fitting and/or turning with 5-10 years’ experience within the Manufacturing and Engineering Industry. CNC Machine programming (Fanuc and Siemens).

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

Ensure health, safety and environmental procedures and legal requirements are adhered to. Report any deviations to H&S Officer and/or Operations

Manager.

Accountable for conducting daily SHE inspections, acting on all deviations raised and informing the Manufacturing Manager and SHE department

Stop any unsafe act or condition and remedy such action or condition immediately.

Determine the tools and equipment needed to effectively complete a job.

Participate in the creation of the daily machine schedule providing feedback to feasibility, flow, and operator capacity. Ensure all machines are running in

accordance with the daily published schedule, and with objectives to meet established targets.

Problem solving / Component Quality: Coordinate directly with QC department to validate part quality from QC reports. For any non-conforming issues,

validate part setup, tool builds, fixture requirements and machine geometry and coordinate data with the Project Engineer to achieve the required resolution and expected quality.

Using the forecasted machine schedule, proactively verify the machines are configured correctly with appropriate tooling, available tool life, and fixtures as required to meet the forecasted production schedule.

Develop, implement, and evaluate SOP s and WI s to maintain, troubleshoot, and improve processes related to: Machine maintenance, operator procedures, tooling procedures, pre-setting procedures, etc.

Actively mentors and participates in the training of machinists. Includes goalsetting and review, along with completion of annual performance review.

Must be proficient in interpreting drawings.

Hands on experience working with Fanuc and Siemens machine controls.

Direct experience with root cause analysis associated with CNC machine tools, cutting tools and human performance.

Passion for precision and efficiency

Machine programming languages (G-code)

Supervises daily machine shop floor activities to efficiently allocate resources and coordinates workflow as determined by available work and equipment and assigns daily production duties to machinist.

Collaborates with the Machine shop Superintendent to review and analyse production, quality control, maintenance, and operational issues to determine

causes of nonconformity, production shortfalls, and operating concerns for remediation and implementation of appropriate corrective action.

Partners with the maintenance department to identify and resolve equipment maintenance issues.

Oversee assembly fitting of components prior to machine set-up and machining.

Oversee final assembly of components.

Accountable for recording production activities into the Inventory/Production system within the Machine Shop and for online and postproduction variance analyses and corrective action.

Must have thorough working knowledge of programming software and be able to identify CNC programming issues and requirement changes.

Inspect completed work for conformance to specification using tools such as calipers, height gauges, micrometres, rulers etc.

Clocking on the job and validating employees’ hours daily.

AD HOC Duties

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Machine Shop Foreman

Johannesburg, Gauteng MSP Staffing LTD

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Our client is seeking a results-driven Foreman to manage the operations within their plant. Minimum Requirements: Matric Diploma or degree in Production Management 5 years experience in a management role Experience working in the Steel industry Should you meet the requirements for this position, please email your CV to . You can also contact the team on XXX-XXX or visit our website at Correspondence will only be conducted with short-listed candidates, should you not hear from us in 2 weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful.
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Machine Shop Foreman

Gauteng, Gauteng Tumaini Consulting

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A leading steel component manufacturer based in Gauteng is seeking a skilled and experienced Machine Shop Foreman to join their team. Minimum Requirements: Matric Diploma in Production advantageous Trade test advantageous Minimum 3 years' production supervisory experience Mastercam experience needed Background in steel/metal fabrication and component manufacturing If you meet the criteria for this position, send your updated CV to ! For direct contact with our recruitment team, please contact us on: XXX-XXX or visit our website, Correspondence will only be conducted with short listed candidates. Should you not hear from us within 3 days, please consider your application unsuccessful.
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Machine Shop Foreman

Gauteng, Gauteng Tumaini Consulting

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Are you a seasoned machinist with strong leadership skills and a passion for precision engineering? Join a leading heavy manufacturing company in Gauteng as a Machine Shop Foreman and take charge of a skilled team producing and repairing large-scale mechanical components. Minimum Requirements: Trade Test Millwright/Electrician National Diploma in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering CAD/CAM experience is a MUST 5 years' experience in a similar role Should you meet the requirements for this position, please email your updated CV attached to , alternatively contact the team on XXX-XXX or visit our website, Please note that correspondence will only be conducted with short-listed candidates. Should you not hear from us within 3 days, please consider your application unsucessful.
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Quality Controller : Machine Shop

Cape Town, Western Cape SA Metal Group (Pty) Ltd

Posted 16 days ago

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Job Description

The Machine Shop department has a vacancy for a dedicated Quality Controller. This role is responsible for conducting quality inspections and ensuring that all work complies with the relevant technical specifications, industry standards, and project requirements. This role is further aimed at ensuring the highest levels of quality and precision in our machining processes, components, and finished products. The successful candidate will be required to:

  • Inspect the quality and dimensions of all incoming raw materials; allocate to specific work orders and report any concerns
  • Inspection of all tooling, gauges and measuring equipment; ensuring that it is correctly calibrated and used
  • Identify, report and complete non-conformances, ensuring corrective actions are implemented
  • Ensure that every product produced is of high quality and conforms to specifications and drawings
  • Monitor quality, accuracy and efficiency of teams work in terms of finished parts, tools or sub-assemblies and report any issues or possible improvements required to Manager
  • Direct, mentor, coach and guide staff and assist with correcting any performance and quality concerns
  • Drive continuous quality improvements on the shop floor
  • Maintain all inspection documentation, including job cards, deviation reports, and quality records
  • Assist in developing and refining standard QC procedures and SOPs
  • Uphold ISO and internal quality system requirements
  • Any other tasks or adhoc duties, as agreed with the Manager, suited to this role

Qualifying Experience

  • Minimum of at least 5 years of Dedicated QC experience in a precision engineering or machining environment
  • Minimum 10 years post trade test working experience in a manufacturing/engineering/ production environment
  • Strong knowledge of machining tolerances, drawings (GD&T), and inspection tools (e.g. micrometres, verniers, height gauges).
  • Experience with cast iron and large, heavy components will be an advantage
  • Working knowledge of OHSA
  • Excellent computer skills (MS Office)
  • Good written, verbal and listening skills with the ability to communicate effectively with all levels of personnel
  • Valid Driver’s license and own reliable transport
  • Have expertise on material characteristics

Qualifying Attributes

  • High attention to detail, accuracy, and consistency in inspections
  • Ability to prioritise workload and perform effectively in a pressurized environment
  • Excellent team player – able to balance team and individual responsibilities
  • Strong acumen of process development
  • Time and priority management
  • Excellent communication skills on all levels
  • Logical and detail orientated
  • Excellent standards of execution
  • Critical thinking and conflict resolution potential
  • Commitment to a strong business ethic and integrity
  • Excellent planning, organisational, and decision-making skills
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills on all levels

Reporting to: Machine Shop Manager

Job type: Permanent position

Benefits Include

  • Provident fund
  • Life cover at 4x annual salary
  • Funeral cover
  • 15 x paid leave days per annum
  • Long service leave after five years of employment

Standard hours

07h30–17h00: Monday – Thursday

07h30–16h00: Friday

May be required to work overtime as per operational requirements

Salary

We offer a highly competitive package depending on the extent of the applicant’s qualifications and experience. #J-18808-Ljbffr
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Production Manager Machine Shop

West Coast Personnel

Posted 1 day ago

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🔧 What You’ll Do
  • Lead the Machine Shop: Oversee both conventional and CNC machining operations, ensuring machines, schedules, and people are optimized for maximum output.
  • Plan & Control Production: Implement effective production schedules, monitor workflow, and ensure jobs are completed on time and to specification.
  • Build & Mentor Your Team: Manage supervisors, setters, and operators †driving accountability, skills development, and a culture of continuous improvement.
  • Champion Quality: Ensure 100% adherence to quality standards, tight tolerances, and zero-defect production.
  •  Drive Efficiency: Improve OEE, reduce scrap, and implement Lean Manufacturing and 6S best practices.
  • Collaborate & Report: Work closely with planning, quality, and maintenance teams and report on key performance metrics to management.
 
🎯 What We’re Look g For
 
Education: National Diploma or Degree in Mechanical / Industrial Engineering (or a trade-tested artisan with management experience).
 
Experience:
  • 8–10 ars in a CNC/manual m hining environment (close-tolerance machining a must).
  • 3†years in a management role leading production teams.
  • CNC programming & troubleshooting (FANUC, Siemens, Mitsubishi).
  • Technical drawing & CAD model interpretation.
  • ERP/MRP systems, production planning, and cost control.
  • Proven leadership, problem-solving, and decision-making ability.
  • Strong understanding of Lean Manufacturing and 6S methodology.
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QC Inspector - Machine shop

Johannesburg, Gauteng ESG Recruitment

Posted 2 days ago

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QC Inspector Machine shop

Duties

  • Read blueprints and specifications.
  • Monitor operations to ensure that they meet production standards.
  • Recommend adjustments to the assembly or production process.
  • Inspect, test, or measure materials.
  • Measure products with calipers, gauges, or micrometers.
  • Minimum 10 years experience in manufacturing components





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Quality Controller : Machine Shop

Cape Town, Western Cape SA Metal

Posted 15 days ago

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Job Description

The Machine Shop department has a vacancy for a dedicated Quality Controller. This role is responsible for conducting quality inspections and ensuring that all work complies with the relevant technical specifications, industry standards, and project requirements. This role is further aimed at ensuring the highest levels of quality and precision in our machining processes, components, and finished products. The successful candidate will be required to:

  • Inspect the quality and dimensions of all incoming raw materials; allocate to specific work orders and report any concerns
  • Inspection of all tooling, gauges and measuring equipment; ensuring that it is correctly calibrated and used
  • Identify, report and complete non-conformances, ensuring corrective actions are implemented
  • Ensure that every product produced is of high quality and conforms to specifications and drawings
  • Monitor quality, accuracy and efficiency of teams work in terms of finished parts, tools or sub-assemblies and report any issues or possible improvements required to Manager
  • Direct, mentor, coach and guide staff and assist with correcting any performance and quality concerns
  • Drive continuous quality improvements on the shop floor
  • Maintain all inspection documentation, including job cards, deviation reports, and quality records
  • Assist in developing and refining standard QC procedures and SOPs
  • Uphold ISO and internal quality system requirements
  • Any other tasks or adhoc duties, as agreed with the Manager, suited to this role

Qualifying Experience:

  • Minimum of at least 5 years of Dedicated QC experience in a precision engineering or machining environment
  • Minimum 10 years post trade test working experience in a manufacturing/engineering/ production environment
  • Strong knowledge of machining tolerances, drawings (GD&T), and inspection tools (e.g. micrometres, verniers, height gauges).
  • Experience with cast iron and large, heavy components will be an advantage
  • Working knowledge of OHSA
  • Excellent computer skills (MS Office)
  • Good written, verbal and listening skills with the ability to communicate effectively with all levels of personnel
  • Valid Driver’s license and own reliable transport
  • Have expertise on material characteristics

Qualifying Attributes: 

  • High attention to detail, accuracy, and consistency in inspections
  • Ability to prioritise workload and perform effectively in a pressurized environment
  • Excellent team player – able to balance team and individual responsibilities
  • Strong acumen of process development
  • Time and priority management
  • Excellent communication skills on all levels
  • Logical and detail orientated
  • Excellent standards of execution
  • Critical thinking and conflict resolution potential
  • Commitment to a strong business ethic and integrity
  • Excellent planning, organisational, and decision-making skills
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills on all levels

Reporting to: Machine Shop Manager

Job type: Permanent position

Benefits include

· Provident fund

· Life cover at 4x annual salary

· Funeral cover

· 15 x paid leave days per annum

· Long service leave after five years of employment

Standard hours

07h30–17h00: Monday – Thursday

07h30–16h00: Friday

May be required to work overtime as per operational requirements

Salary

We offer a highly competitive package depending on the extent of the applicant’s qualifications and experience.

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Quality Controller : Machine Shop

Cape Town, Western Cape SA Metal

Posted 24 days ago

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Job Description

The Machine Shop department has a vacancy for a dedicated Quality Controller. This role is responsible for conducting quality inspections and ensuring that all work complies with the relevant technical specifications, industry standards, and project requirements. This role is further aimed at ensuring the highest levels of quality and precision in our machining processes, components, and finished products. The successful candidate will be required to:

  • Inspect the quality and dimensions of all incoming raw materials; allocate to specific work orders and report any concerns
  • Inspection of all tooling, gauges and measuring equipment; ensuring that it is correctly calibrated and used
  • Identify, report and complete non-conformances, ensuring corrective actions are implemented
  • Ensure that every product produced is of high quality and conforms to specifications and drawings
  • Monitor quality, accuracy and efficiency of teams work in terms of finished parts, tools or sub-assemblies and report any issues or possible improvements required to Manager
  • Direct, mentor, coach and guide staff and assist with correcting any performance and quality concerns
  • Drive continuous quality improvements on the shop floor
  • Maintain all inspection documentation, including job cards, deviation reports, and quality records
  • Assist in developing and refining standard QC procedures and SOPs
  • Uphold ISO and internal quality system requirements
  • Any other tasks or adhoc duties, as agreed with the Manager, suited to this role

Qualifying Experience:

  • Minimum of at least 5 years of Dedicated QC experience in a precision engineering or machining environment
  • Minimum 10 years post trade test working experience in a manufacturing/engineering/ production environment
  • Strong knowledge of machining tolerances, drawings (GD&T), and inspection tools (e.g. micrometres, verniers, height gauges).
  • Experience with cast iron and large, heavy components will be an advantage
  • Working knowledge of OHSA
  • Excellent computer skills (MS Office)
  • Good written, verbal and listening skills with the ability to communicate effectively with all levels of personnel
  • Valid Driver’s license and own reliable transport
  • Have expertise on material characteristics

Qualifying Attributes: 

  • High attention to detail, accuracy, and consistency in inspections
  • Ability to prioritise workload and perform effectively in a pressurized environment
  • Excellent team player – able to balance team and individual responsibilities
  • Strong acumen of process development
  • Time and priority management
  • Excellent communication skills on all levels
  • Logical and detail orientated
  • Excellent standards of execution
  • Critical thinking and conflict resolution potential
  • Commitment to a strong business ethic and integrity
  • Excellent planning, organisational, and decision-making skills
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills on all levels

Reporting to: Machine Shop Manager

Job type: Permanent position

Benefits include

· Provident fund

· Life cover at 4x annual salary

· Funeral cover

· 15 x paid leave days per annum

· Long service leave after five years of employment

Standard hours

07h30–17h00: Monday – Thursday

07h30–16h00: Friday

May be required to work overtime as per operational requirements

Salary

We offer a highly competitive package depending on the extent of the applicant’s qualifications and experience.

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