Francois Labuschagne
Spartanburg,SC
Summary
Accomplished CNC Programmer with proven skills in GibbsCam Software and blueprint design and Engineering Solutions and job fixture design and build to ensure fast processing and low downtime. Adept at optimizing production processes to enhance quality assurance and drive operational efficiency and quality machined parts.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
Work History
Technical Manager
Partnership Alpha Machining
Roebuck, South Carolina
10.2020 - 02.2026
- Design/Reviewed blueprints and drawings to ensure accurate take-offs for projects.
- Programmed CNC lathes and Milling Machines for precision machining of various metal components. Mazak Mazatrol control, Hurco Winmax control & Johnford Fanuc control and also using GibbsCam Software to process and post coded programs.
- Engineering Solutions for companies improving material grades and processes in Job shop environment small quantities one off's and prototypes
Machine Shop Owner
Quick Turn Engineering Pty(ltd)
Johannesburg , South Africa
04.1994 - 10.2020
- Managed daily operations and ensured efficiency across all business functions.
- Oversaw hiring process for new employees, from recruiting to onboarding training.
- Optimized operational processes using CNC Machines and GibbsCam Software technology since 2001 to make parts for various industries, automotive, mining, earthmoving and adapter kits for Allison Transmissions into truck custom builds for international corporation.
Aircraft Radiotrisian
South African Airways Technical
Kempton Park, South Africa
02.1991 - 04.1994
- Installed and repaired aircraft electronic components and systems.
- Diagnosed avionics systems to ensure optimal performance and compliance.
- Collaborated with engineering teams to troubleshoot technical issues effectively.
- Inspected, tested and repaired avionics systems such as navigation, communication, auto-pilot and instruments.
- Installed new avionics components in accordance with maintenance procedures.
- Performed through tests of electrical systems, parts and equipment to check compliance with applicable standards and evaluate malfunctions.
- Perform Calibrations in Metrology Division
Education
Aircraft Radiotrician -
Apprentice Training Aircraft Radiotrisian
South African Airways Technical02-1993
N5 - Industrial Electronics, Communication Electronics,
Kempton Park Technical College
Kempton Park South Africa03-1992
N4 - Industrial Electronics, Communication Electronics,
Germiston Technical College
Germiston South Africa06-1991
High School Diploma -
Elspark Technical High School
Elspark South Africa12-1989
Skills
- CNC programming
- GibbsCam Software Programming
- Blueprint design and Analyses
- Engineering solutions on and off sight
- Quality assurance
- Tool optimization
- Production management
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Technical Manager
Partnership Alpha Machining
10.2020 - 02.2026
Machine Shop Owner
Quick Turn Engineering Pty(ltd)
04.1994 - 10.2020
Aircraft Radiotrisian
South African Airways Technical
02.1991 - 04.1994
Aircraft Radiotrician -
Apprentice Training Aircraft Radiotrisian
N5 - Industrial Electronics, Communication Electronics,
Kempton Park Technical College
N4 - Industrial Electronics, Communication Electronics,
Germiston Technical College
High School Diploma -
Elspark Technical High School