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Description
Responsible for operating machine tools to produce precision metal parts. Produces small batches or large quantities of metal parts. Ensure products meet precise specifications.
Tasks
- Operate machine tools such as lathes, milling machines, conventional & wire EDM, and grinders to produce parts.
- Review blueprints and / or specifications for a job.
- Shape steel, aluminum, plastic, and other materials.
- Determine speeds and feeds of materials being cut.
- Determine how much material to remove.
- Select proper tools for the job.
- Position workpiece on the drill press, lathe, or milling machine.
- Ensure workpiece is properly lubricated and/or cooled.
- Replace dull cutting tools.
- Check accuracy of work against blueprints and specifications.
- Determine cutting path, monitor the accuracy of cuts.
- Use manual and computer-controlled machinery.
- Modify programs in order to meet necessary tolerances.
- Ability to repair existing tooling.
- Fitting and assembly of tooling.
- Ability to do detailed hand work including polishing.
Qualifications / Education
- High school diploma or equivalent, 3-5 years’ experience in a machinist position preferred.
- Proficient in Mathematics and Blueprint Reading
- Ability to take measurements using micrometers, calipers, dial indicators, etc.
- Written and verbal communication
- Lifting a maximum of 50 pounds regularly. This job requires extensive amounts of walking, standing, and sitting.
