JOB SUMMARY:
Operates machine tools such as; lathes, drill presses, milling machines, grinders, or special purpose equipment according to production specifications and needs.
ESSENTIAL/PRIMARY DUTIES:
- Verifies conformance of machined work to specifications using measuring instruments such as; calipers, micrometers, and fixed or telescoping gauges.
- Reads and interprets machining instructions, job orders, and blueprints to determine dimensional specifications, sequences of operations, setups, and tooling requirements.
- Selects and sets cutting speeds, feed rates, depths of cuts, and cutting tools according to machining instructions or knowledge of metal properties.
- Ensures safety operating procedures are followed throughout projects.
- May communicate with technicians relating to machine maintenance or failures.
- May communicate with senior management on special projects.
- Utilizes and interprets specifications specific to project needs.
- Experience and Education: Performs work under direct supervision.
- Handles basic issues and problems, and refers more complex issues to higher-level staff.
- Possesses beginning to working knowledge of subject matter.
- Typically requires accreditation from a technical school or an applicable skilled trades program and 4 to 6 years of experience.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:
- High School Education or equivalent
- Completion of the machinist development program or prior Machining experience
COMPETENCY/SKILL REQUIREMENTS:
- Attentiveness
- Ability to follow directions
- Ability to lift/move heavy objects
- Manual dexterity
- Physical Stamina
- Planning skills