Lathe Machine Operator job at Quality Plastics (U) Ltd
About the Organization
Quality Plastics (U) Limited (QPL) stands at the forefront of industrial packaging in the East African Region.
Based in Mukono, Uganda, and incorporated in 1997, QPL has dedicated itself to being the premier provider of printed and plain industrial packaging, catering to diverse industries such as Food & Beverages, Pharmaceutical, Agriculture, and Construction.
With a commitment to ethical growth and quality performance, QPL not only meets but anticipates the evolving needs of our customers, ensuring we remain at the cutting edge of packaging technology.
Job Description
Quality Plastics (U) LTD is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Lathe Machine Operator to join our dynamic team. If you are performance-driven, possess exceptional organizational and planning skills, excel in problem-solving, and have the ability to motivate others, we want to hear from you.
Duties and Responsibilities
Prepare and set up the lathe machine for operation, ensuring proper alignment and calibration of tools and workpieces.
Choose appropriate raw materials based on project specifications and ensure they meet quality standards.
Reading Blueprints: Interpret and understand technical drawings, blueprints, and engineering plans to accurately produce components.
Tool Selection: Select the right cutting tools, inserts, and attachments for specific jobs, considering material type and machining requirements.
Secure workpieces onto the lathe machine using clamps, bolts, or other appropriate fixtures to prevent movement during machining.
Operate both manual and CNC lathe machines to perform turning, facing, grooving, threading, and other machining operations according to project requirements.
Precision Machining: Achieve precise measurements and tolerances by adjusting machine settings, feeds, speeds, and tool offsets as necessary.
Regularly inspect finished parts to ensure they meet specified quality standards, adjusting the machine or process as needed.
Identify and troubleshoot issues related to tool wear, machine malfunctions, or quality deviations, and take corrective actions.
Perform routine maintenance on lathe machines, including cleaning, lubrication, and replacement of worn components to ensure optimal performance and longevity.
Qualification, Experiences and Competencies
Minimum Experience: 5+ years as Lathe Machine Operator.
Minimum Education: Certificate/Diploma in Mechanical Engineering.
Excellent knowledge in English (verbal and written).
Good Knowledge of MS Office (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
Good knowledge of applicable standards, local rules and regulations.
How to Apply
APPLICATION FOR THIS POSITION MUST BE DONE ONLINE:
All qualified candidates should send their CV, application and academic transcript as one document to hr@qualityuganda.com
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