Job Overview
The Machine Operator – Turning Machine is responsible for operating wood turning (lathe) machines to manufacture round, curved, and decorative wooden components used in joinery, furniture, and interior fit-out works. The role ensures accurate dimensions, smooth finishes, and consistent quality in accordance with approved drawings, samples, and production requirements.
QUALIFICATIONS
- High School Graduate or Vocational Training in wood turning, carpentry, or joinery.
- Strong knowledge of Wood turning techniques and machine operation.
- Ability to read shop drawings, profiles, and templates.
- Experience producing decorative and precision-turned components is preferred.
- High attention to detail and craftsmanship.
- Good hand-eye coordination and mechanical aptitude.
- Not more than 45 years old
EXPERTISE
- Minimum 7 years of experience as a wood turning or lathe machine operator in a joinery or furniture factory.
?JOB DESCRIPTION:
- Operate wood turning (lathe) machines, including manual and semi-automatic turning machines.
- Set up the machine according to shop drawings, profiles, templates, and production schedules
- Produce turned components with accurate diameters, lengths, profiles, and smooth surface finishes.
- Match approved samples, mock-ups, and profile templates.
- Work with solid timber and engineered wood materials suitable for turning.
- Inspect wood for moisture content, knots, cracks, or defects prior to machining
- Select and use appropriate cutting tools, chisels, gouges, and knives for different turning profiles.
- Perform routine machine setup, alignment, and calibration.
- Follow all health and safety procedures related to lathe machine operation.
- Use appropriate PPE such as face shields, safety glasses, gloves (where applicable), and hearing protection.
- Complete turning tasks within allocated timeframes without compromising quality.
- Coordinate with carpenters, assemblers, sanders, and finishing teams
How to apply?
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