Accurex Leadership and Management Consultants Ltd Lipping And Cutting Machine Operator Jobs in Kenya
Purpose of the Role
Deliver accurate and consistent lipping and cutting results in accordance with job specifications.
Maintain production output while minimizing material wastage, rework and machine downtime.
Ensure machinery, tools and work areas are operated and maintained safely.
Support timely completion of production orders and maintain product quality standards.
Identify defects, equipment issues and process risks and report them promptly.
Duties and Responsibilities
Machine Setup and Operation
Set up and operate lipping and cutting machines according to approved job cards, drawings and production instructions.
Select and fit appropriate blades, cutters, guides, lipping materials and other machine accessories.
Adjust machine settings, feed rates, cutting depths and alignment to achieve required dimensions and finishes.
Conduct trial runs and first-piece checks before proceeding with full production.
Feed, position and handle materials correctly to maintain accuracy and prevent damage.
Quality Control and Accuracy
Measure finished work using appropriate measuring tools and verify dimensions against specifications.
Inspect edges, joints, cuts and finishes for chips, unevenness, gaps or other defects.
Separate non-conforming products and report quality issues for corrective action.
Maintain consistency across batches and complete required production and quality records.
Production Planning and Material Handling
Follow daily production schedules and prioritize work as instructed by the supervisor.
Check material availability and confirm that the correct boards, panels, lipping materials and consumables are being used.
Handle materials carefully to minimize breakage, scratches and wastage.
Record quantities processed, rejected items, material usage and production delays as required.
Safety, Housekeeping and Maintenance
Follow machine safety procedures and use the required personal protective equipment (PPE).
Check guards, emergency stops, extraction
systems and other safety features before operation.
Keep the machine and surrounding work area clean and free from obstructions.
Carry out routine cleaning, lubrication and basic operator maintenance within authorized limits.
Stop operation and report unusual noise, vibration, overheating, blade damage or other faults; do not undertake unauthorized repairs.
Teamwork and Reporting
Coordinate with production staff, quality personnel, stores and supervisors to meet output requirements.
Report completed jobs, material shortages, equipment faults and production variances promptly.
Support stock checks and proper storage of tools, blades and production materials.
Participate in toolbox talks, safety training and continuous-improvement activities.
Qualifications and Experience
Certificate or Diploma in Mechanical Engineering, Wood Technology, Carpentry and Joinery, Production Technology or a related technical field is an advantage.
At least three (3) years of hands-on experience operating lipping, panel-processing, cutting or comparable industrial or woodworking machinery.
Demonstrable ability to interpret job instructions, measurements and basic technical drawings.
Practical knowledge of machine safety, material handling and routine operator maintenance.
How to apply
For more information and job application details, see; Accurex Leadership and Management Consultants Ltd Lipping And Cutting Machine Operator Jobs in Kenya
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