Pieter Olivier

Hentro Engineering was founded in 2014 with a vision to provide high-quality, professional engineering and CNC machining solutions to a diverse range of industries. Over the years, we have developed a strong reputation for precision, reliability, and technical expertise, supporting clients across the mining, aerospace, rail, military, and automotive sectors.

Our services are focused on delivering precision-engineered components and tailored manufacturing solutions that meet the demanding requirements of our clients. We combine experienced engineering knowledge, advanced CNC machining capabilities, and a commitment to quality to ensure that every project is completed to the highest possible standard.

• Programming, setting, and operating Johnford CNC milling machines.
• Programming, setting, and operating Daewoo CNC lathes.
• Creating and modifying CNC programs using Mastercam.
• Reading and interpreting technical drawings, engineering drawings, and job specifications.
• Selecting appropriate cutting tools, speeds, feeds, and machining methods.
• Setting up machines, tooling, workholding, and workpieces for production.
• Carrying out first-off inspections and checking components to ensure they meet required specifications.
• Measuring finished components using precision measuring equipment.
• Troubleshooting machining, tooling, and programming issues and making necessary adjustments.
• Planning and preparing jobs according to customer requirements, drawings, and production schedules.
• Managing the day-to-day activities of the workshop and coordinating jobs to meet deadlines.
• Communicating directly with clients to understand their requirements and provide practical machining solutions.
• Preparing jobs for production, including tooling, materials, programs, and setup requirements.
• Monitoring production quality and ensuring work is completed to a high standard.
• Identifying opportunities to improve machining processes, reduce setup times, and increase efficiency.
• Managing multiple jobs and prioritising urgent work according to customer and production requirements.
• Working independently as well as coordinating with workshop staff to ensure jobs are completed efficiently and on time.

• Programming, setting, and operating Haas CNC milling machines.
• Programming, setting, and operating Haas CNC lathes.
• Creating and modifying CNC programs using Mastercam.
• Reading and interpreting technical drawings, engineering drawings, and job specifications.
• Selecting appropriate cutting tools, speeds, feeds, and machining methods.
• Setting up machines, tooling, workholding, and workpieces for production.
• Carrying out first-off inspections and checking components to ensure they meet required specifications.
• Measuring finished components using precision measuring equipment.
• Preparing jobs for production, including tooling, materials, programs, and setup requirements.
• Monitoring production quality and ensuring work is completed to a high standard.
• Identifying opportunities to improve machining processes, reduce setup times, and increase efficiency.
• Maintaining a safe, clean, and organized workshop environment.
• Managing multiple jobs and prioritizing urgent work according to customer and production requirements.

• Setting and programming CNC lathes using Fanuc 0-T, 20-T, and 6-T controls.
• Setting and operating CNC machining centers, including horizontal and vertical machines.
• Reading and interpreting engineering drawings, technical specifications, and machining instructions.
• Setting machine work offsets, tool offsets, speeds, feeds, and cutting parameters.
• Using precision measuring equipment such as verniers, micrometers, bore gauges, and other inspection tools.
• Identifying and correcting machining problems, including tool wear, dimensional errors, surface-finish issues, and program adjustments.
• Making program and offset adjustments to maintain quality and consistency throughout production runs.
• Performing machine setups and changeovers according to production requirements.
• Working to tight tolerances and quality standards while maintaining production targets.

• Programming, setting, and operating CNC turning and milling machines.
• Reading and interpreting technical drawings and engineering specifications.
• Setting machine tools, work offsets, tooling, and cutting parameters.
• Selecting and changing cutting tools according to job requirements.
• Measuring components using vernier calipers, micrometers, gauges, and other precision measuring equipment.
• Performing first-off inspections and making necessary machine adjustments.
• Monitoring production to ensure components meet required quality and dimensional specifications.
• Working with different materials and machining components to tight tolerances.
• Assisting with the day-to-day management of the production floor.
• Coordinating work activities and ensuring production targets are met.
• Assisting operators and setters with production-related issues.
• Supporting the team in meeting quality and delivery requirements.
• Conducting final quality inspections on completed components.
• Checking dimensions, tolerances, surface finish, and overall workmanship.
• Using precision measuring instruments and inspection equipment.
• Comparing finished components against technical drawings and specifications.
• Identifying defects, non-conforming components, and quality issues.
• Recording inspection results and communicating quality concerns to production.