Machinist II

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

This position produces machined parts and components by setting up, and operating computer numerical control, vertical mills, lathes, and traditional conventional machines. May direct and oversee work of level I machinist.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Essential functions are those tasks, duties, and responsibilities that comprise the means of accomplishing the jobs purpose and objectives. Essential functions are critical or fundamental to the performance of the job. They are the major functions for which the person in the job is held accountable.
Align and secure holding fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, accessories, or materials onto machines.
Select the appropriate tools, machines, and materials to be used in preparation of machinery work
Monitor the feed and speed of machines during the machining process.
Machine parts to specifications, using machine tools, such as lathes, milling machines, shapers, or grinders.
Set up, adjust, and operate all of the basic machine tools and many specialized or advanced variation tools to perform precision machining operations.
Measure, examine, or test completed units to check for defects and ensure conformance to specifications, using precision instruments, such as micrometers.
Set controls to regulate machining, or enter commands to retrieve, input, or edit computerized machine control media.
Position and fasten work pieces.
Check work pieces to ensure that they are properly lubricated or cooled.
Operate equipment to verify operational efficiency.
Clean and lubricate machines, tools, and equipment to remove grease, rust, stains, and foreign matter.
Dispose of scrap or waste material in accordance with company policies and environmental regulations.
Separate scrap waste and related materials for reuse, recycling, or disposal
May direct and oversee work of level I machinist.