MACHINIST

GENERAL SUMMARY:

Responsible for operating machine tools to produce precision metal parts. Produces small batches or large quantities of metal parts. Ensure products meet precise specifications.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Operate machine tools such as lathes, milling machines, 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 work piece 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.