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Job Title:  Fitter Machinist

Organization: East African Roofing Systems Ltd

Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda

About US:

East African Roofing Systems Ltd is the largest expanded metal company in the East Africa and has several years of experience in the expanded metal industry. It primarily deals in steel products.

Job Summary:   The Fitter Machinist will be responsible for setting up and adjusting machine tools and work pieces to ensure proper alignment and precision.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Reading Blueprints: Interpreting technical drawings, review samples, or written instructions to understand the specifications of the part to be machined.
• Operating Machinery: Plan the method and sequence of operations; using various machining tools to cut, shape, and finish metal and other materials according to specified dimensions.
• Setting Up Machines: Preparing and setting up machine tools, such as lathes, milling machines, drilling machines and grinders, heat treatment furnace including making adjustments to achieve precise measurements and tolerances.
• Measuring and Inspecting: Performing precise measurements using tools such as micrometres, callipers, and gauges to ensure accuracy and quality of the finished parts.
• Problem-Solving: Identifying and resolving issues related to the machining process, such as tool wear, material defects, or deviations from specifications.
• Material Handling: Selecting and handling materials, loading them into machines, and securing them for machining processes.
• Quality Control: Inspecting finished parts to ensure consistency with specifications and discard defects, evaluate finished machined products and perform quality checks on products to ensure they meet quality standards.
• Maintenance and Repair: Performing routine maintenance on machines and tools, as well as troubleshooting and making minor repairs when necessary.
• Documentation: Maintaining and keeping records of approved, defective units or final products, machining processes, measurements, and any issues encountered during machining operations.

Environment, Health and Safety responsibilities;

• Adhere to safety policies and work instructions.
• Report and participate in the investigation of incidents and accidents that occur at the work place.
• Identify any hazards that are likely to occur in the course of work and report to your supervisor.
• Perform any other duties as may be assigned from time to time

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• Certificate in Machining and fitting trade
• Completion of a vocational training or apprenticeship in Machining/DIT is an added advantage.
• At least three years of experience from a reputable company or workshop setting

How to Apply:

All candidates should send their applications, updated CVs and academic documents via Email to: recruitment@earoofing.co.ug

Deadline: 24th March 2024

NB: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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