Machinist x2

C.P. Engineering Ltd is 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

Method of Application

If you meet the above requirements and are interested in joining the C.P. engineering team as Machinist, please send your Cover letter, CV and academic qualifications by email.