Plant Operator I (Body Shop) - 17 PositionsNew!

• Prepare materials using CNC machinery, band saws, circular saws, punching, bending and drilling machines, laser cutters, milling machines and hydraulic presses.
• Fabricate metal parts and apply joining techniques including MIG, MAG, TIG welding, precision riveting and industrial bonding.
• Build and weld vehicle frames and body structures to engineering drawings and welding symbols.
• Install fibre panels and tension side panels.
• Fit exterior accessories including doors and bumpers.
• Apply final underbody sealing and anti-corrosion protection.
• Work to approved engineering specifications, production schedules and QHSE standards.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Uganda Vocational Qualifications Framework (UVQF) Level II, National Certificate or Craft/Artisan Certificate in Mechanical Engineering or Mechanical Craft Practice, Machining and Fitting, Welding and Metal Fabrication, or Automotive Body Repair and Fabrication.
• Artisans with Practically Acquired Skills in metalworking, industrial fabrication or machining are also eligible.
• At least two years of experience in structural or heavy duty vehicle frame welding, fabrication or automotive manufacturing is an added advantage.

Skills & Competencies:

• Operate MIG, MAG and TIG welding equipment, industrial riveting and bonding tools on vehicle frames and bodies.
• Operate CNC machinery, metal cutting lasers, shearing, punching, panel stretchers and basic machining equipment.
• Apply heavy duty underbody sealants and anti-corrosion protection and use grinding and trimming tools.
• Read and apply Body-in-White engineering drawings, fabrication blueprints and welding symbols.
• Apply weld sequence practices that preserve dimensional accuracy.
• Work to QHSE standards in a vehicle manufacturing plant.