Laborer and Machine Operator

Job Summary: To set up and operate Tape Controlled Lathe, Conventional Lathe, Post Mill or Milling Machine for production of rolls, shafts, etc.

Tools and Equipment: Tape Controlled Lathe, Conventional Lathe, Post Mill, Milling Machine, cutting tools, calipers, rules, micrometers, gauges, indicators, wrenches and other ordinary hand tools.

Working Procedures:

• Receives numerical tape programs, work orders, prints and instructions from Foreman.
• Locates work piece, hooks for and directs Crane man in positioning piece in machine and transferring finished piece from machine to storage. Turns roll end for end as required.
• Sets up machine for various size rolls as required by adjusting tail stock, head stock jaws, roll clamping, v-blocks, roller rest, indicate or layout, insert proper tape in tape reader, profile attachment, etc.
• Sets up and operates machine tools, adjusting stops, feeds and speeds, numerical tape controls, etc., for operations being machined.
• Checks and records forging or roll dimensions, stock and run out. Compare with print dimensions.
• May operate tape control lathe under semi-automatic control.
• Performs attendant functions as required in observing process under tape control.
• Performs straight and taper turning, boring, threading, facing, drilling, tapping, reaming, plugging and mill work, etc., to the required dimensional specifications and tolerances.
• Uses calipers, micrometers, scales, gauges, etc., to check for finish sizes.
• May position and tighten roll plug as required.
• Sharpen own tools as required.
• Cleans, lubricates, and makes minor adjustments or replacements to machine. May assist in repairs.
• Remove chips from machine and maintains clean and orderly working area.