CNC Operator

BURN MANUFACTURING • Full-time • Ruiru, Kiambu • 1m ago

About the role
BURN is looking for a CNC Operator who will be responsible for setting up, programming, and operating CNC milling machines to manufacture high-quality production tools, jigs, fixtures, and prototype components. The role works closely with the Tooling and NPD/NPI teams to ensure precision machining, quality compliance, efficient machine utilization, and continuous improvement of tooling processes.

Duties and Responsibilities

Set up jobs on the CNC Machine
Read and interpret CNC programs and technical drawings.
Generate toolpaths for CNC Machining
Carry out quality inspection for machined parts.
Ensure components meet dimensional and surface finish requirements.
Responsible for keeping and updating cutting tool machine inventory.
Scheduling daily machining activities on the CNC Machine.
Working with the NPD & NPI team on tools review before machining.
Machining and prototyping production tools, jigs, and fixtures.
Carry out Autonomous maintenance.
Ensure all work is undertaken to a high-quality standard and adheres to all quality standard regulations.
Understand and operate within basic cost/ budget measures for tooling.
Work within 5S (Sort, set in order, Shine, Standardise, sustain) methodology to maintain the workplace to a high standard.

Skills and Experience

3+ years of experience in CNC milling machine operation.
Ability to generate both 2D &3 D toolpaths.
Good understanding of at least 1 CAM software (Fusion, Solid Cam, Mastercam)
Experienced in CAD modelling using AutoCAD, Fusion 360, or Solidworks.
Good communication skills, both written and oral.
Good interpersonal skills.
Action-oriented.
Mechanical aptitude, ability to troubleshoot and repair mechanical issues.
Well organized.
Works well in a team

Qualified Female Candidates encouraged to Apply

BURN does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application, interview, meeting, processing, training, or any other fees).