Plasma & Press Brake Operator

We are a tight knit team of great people who turn up, work hard, and expect the same from the person next to them. If you are looking for a short-term fill-in position or somewhere you can just turn up, eat your lunch and chat, then this is not the place for you.

If you are hard-working and a real team player keep reading, if not, please look elsewhere.

We are seeking an experienced PLASMA and Press Brake operator as part of our Plasma team, you will be running a CNC Plasma Machine and Press Brake within our large-scale manufacturing facility. The ideal candidate will possess hands-on experience with CNC Plasma machinery and demonstrate teamwork, coordination, and problem-solving skills. This role is critical in ensuring the accurate, timely, and high-quality fabrication of components to meet both standard and custom orders.

A day in the life of someone in this position looks like: You'll be nesting, cutting and cleaning parts in a busy factory. These parts will need to be put into job specific containers. You'll be opening and reading CAD drawing and folding parts to specific measurements and degrees. You will work with runner in the factory to manage the workload between priority jobs and maintaining stock levels.

Daily Tasks & Responsibilities

• Operate two CNC Plasma machines, ensuring optimal performance and minimal downtime.
• Operate the Press Brake machine for accurate bending and shaping of metal components.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical or operational issues with machinery promptly.
• Perform routine and preventative maintenance on all relevant machinery.
• Manage daily workload to ensure production deadlines are met for both standard stock and custom fabrication orders.
• Ensure product quality and dimensional accuracy meets company and industry standards.
• *Use ProNest nesting software for cutting plan optimization (experience preferred).
• Collaborate with the Production Manager and other departments to align production priorities.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work environment in accordance with company safety policies.

Skills Required

• Proven experience operating CNC Plasma machines and Press Brake equipment.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and understanding of machine functions and processes.
• High attention to detail with a commitment to quality and precision.
• Experience with ProNest (or similar nesting software) an advantage.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Effective communicator with the ability to work as part of a team and independently.
• Forklift Licence (essential).
• Basic computer skills and familiarity with manufacturing software/systems.

Attributes of the ideal candidate You will work well under pressure, stay calm and focused, and work as a team. You’re safety-conscious, solution-oriented, and ready to work as part of a high-performing team. You will be an experienced machine operator, with proven experience who knows how to get the best out of equipment. You have technical knowledge, an eye for detail and relish getting jobs done right, on time, and to spec.

You’ll play a part in meeting production targets while ensuring accuracy, quality, and safety in everything you do.

• Extremely Reliable
• Great work ethic a positive attitude and great communication skills
• Good computer skills
• A quality focus, great attention to detail and finishing

IMPORTANT NOTE :

• All applications must be via TradeMe, not direct email
• All applications MUST have an accompanying covering letter
• Potential Candidates must be available for an in person interview at our Sydenham branch