Machinist at RusselSmith Group

About the Role

RusselSmith Group is seeking a qualified Machinist to join our team in Lagos. You will be responsible for the day-to-day operation of additive manufacturing (AM) equipment, ensuring optimal performance and the highest quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain additive manufacturing machines on a daily basis
• Load AM materials into machines according to specifications
• Monitor print queues and anticipate material changes based on print schedules and requests
• Remove AM components from build platforms
• Perform heat treatment and post-processing of AM components, including hand finishing and powder removal
• Inspect 3D-printed parts for quality and identify print errors
• Maintain AM systems and troubleshoot issues in collaboration with engineering teams
• Achieve and maintain the highest quality standards in all work
• Contribute to best practices in AM process operations
• Maintain work-area cleanliness and organization to company standards, as the facility hosts regular customer and stakeholder visits

Required Qualifications

• Technical School diploma with Mechanical or Machinist qualification
• Technical certification in Technical Drawings and Metrology
• Demonstrated hands-on experience in machining technology
• Ability to operate machine tools (lathe, milling machine, drilling machine, etc.)
• Proficiency with hand and power tools
• Strong ability to read technical drawings and understand manufacturing technologies
• Good manual dexterity and practical hands-on skills

Key Competencies

• Mechanical aptitude with ability to design, assemble, disassemble, modify, and operate test apparatuses
• Ability to develop experimental concepts quickly and iterate based on empirical evidence
• Experience in mechanical prototyping design and assembly
• Capability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Physical ability to handle manual and physical elements of the role

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience with 3D printers and additive manufacturing techniques