Role & responsibilities

- Set and operate VMC/HMC machines for machining of components as per production and development requirements.
- Prepare and modify CNC programs for VMC/HMC machines as required.
- Read and understand engineering drawings, dimensions, tolerances and machining requirements.
- Select appropriate cutting tools, inserts, fixtures and machining parameters.
- Perform machine setting, tool offset setting and workpiece alignment.
- Carry out first-piece inspection and ensure dimensional accuracy of machined components.
- Make necessary program or parameter corrections to achieve required component quality.
- Support recent product development activities, trials and prototype machining.
- Identify and troubleshoot basic machining, tooling and programming-related issues.
- Coordinate with the New Product Development, Production and Quality teams for smooth execution of jobs.
- Maintain proper records of programs, tools, settings and machining parameters.
- Ensure adherence to safety procedures, quality standards and 5S practices.
- Minimize rejection, tool wear and machining time through effective process optimization.




- Perform other machining and development-related activities assigned by the HOD.

Preferred candidate profile

- Diploma / B.E. in Mechanical Engineering.
- 35 years of relevant experience in VMC/HMC setting and programming.
- Hands-on experience in VMC/HMC machine setting and CNC programming.
- Good knowledge of CNC machining processes and cutting tools.
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, dimensions and tolerances.
- Knowledge of tool selection, tool offsets, work offsets and machining parameters.
- Experience in new product development, component trials or prototype machining will be preferred.
- Basic knowledge of computers and CNC-related software.
- Good problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
- Ability to work independently as well as coordinate effectively with other departments.
- Willingness to work in shifts.
- Candidates from a manufacturing, machining or automotive component industry background will be preferred.

📌 VMC/HMC Engineer (Pune)
🏢 Aakar Foundry
📍 Pune