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MANUAL LATHE MACHINE OPERATOR

📍 Location
Centurion
⏰ Job Type
Contract
📅 Posted
June 09, 2026

About the Role

Grinding Operation


Manual Lathe Machine Operator



  • Grind external or cylindrical tapered surfaces.

  • Read and interpret drawings, and blueprints.

  • Determine product specifications such as dimensions, tolerances, and number of parts to be ground.

  • Collect and assemble required products.

  • Determine grinding speeds, feed rates, holding fixtures, and grinding wheels to be used.

  • Dress the grinding wheel according to specifications.

  • Lift or hoist workpieces using a crane.

  • Confirm ground workpiece has the correct specifications.

  • Change worn grinding wheels or worn tip.

  • Utilize prescribed measuring tools to confirm product dimensions.

  • Set up automatic work-feeding device.

  • Ensure use proper wheel guards on all grinding machines

  • Observe machine during operation

  • Examine work pieces for any defects and keep records
  • ...

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