Lathe Operator at Ascentech Services Limited

Ascentech Services Limited is a full-fledged Human Resource Solution Provider incorporated in 2013 with its Head Office in Lagos, Nigeria. We are committed to forging long-term partnerships with our clients by creating and delivering robust and flexible services that address the changing needs of their business.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Lathe Operator

Location: Sango, Ogun
Employment Type: Full-time
Industries/Sector: Manufacturing Company

Job Brief

• Primary responsibilities are to operate and monitor CNC (computer numerically controlled) lathe machines, performing machining operations such as turning, boring, threading and facing.

Responsibilities and Accountabilities

• Operate CNC lathe in the machining of components.
• Measure workpieces and verify dimensions using appropriate tools.
• Be familiar with boring, drilling, reaming, threading and tapping operations.
• Be familiar with the preparation of tools for machining.
• Load feed mechanism by lifting stock into position.
• Verify settings by measuring positions, first-run parts, and sample workpieces.
• Maintain specifications by observing drilling, grooving, and cutting, including turning, facing and threading.
• Detecting malfunctions, replacing worn tools, cleaning debris from machine.
• Report any faulty operation of equipment or defective materials to the area supervisor.
• Operate lifting devices for movement of materials and other equipment as needed.
• Responsible for keeping equipment and work area clean and orderly.
• Abide by the company safety and personnel policies
• Carry out any other responsibilities that the supervisor may assign from time to time or as needed by the company.
• Ability to work overtime as needed

Key Skills and Competencies:

• Must be familiar with general lathe machine operation and mechanical skills.
• Mechanical problem-solving ability and troubleshooting skills a must.
• Must be able to read a tape measure, verify dimensions, and use a straightedge and other measuring devices.
• Have the knowledge of machine drawings, fit and tolerances.
• Must be able to operate lifting devices.
• Must be able to follow written and oral instructions.
• Must be able to communicate both written and oral as it relates to the job.
• Must be adaptable to a changing work environment, competing for demands and is able to deal with frequent change, delays or unexpected events.
• Must possess basic math skills to include but not limited to adding, subtracting, multiplication, and division.
• Must be able to lift and handle components weighing up to 100 lbs.
• Must be able to work with others, as some tasks require two individuals.
• Must be able to work without constant supervision.

Job Requirements

• OND / HND / B.Sc in relevant field
• Minimum of 3 years experience as a Lathe Operator.

Application Closing Date
29th May, 2022.