JOB SUMMARY:

Under direct supervision sets up and operates a variety of machine tools, applying knowledge of mechanics, shop mathematics, metal properties, and layout and machining procedures.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Studies specifications such as blueprint, sketch, damaged part, or description of part to be replaced to determined dimensions and tolerances of piece to be machined, sequence of operations, and tools, materials, and machines required.

• Measures, marks, and scribes dimensions and reference points to lay out stock for machining.

• Operates metal- removing machines such as lathe, milling machine, shaper, or grinder to machine parts according to specifications.

• Verifies conformance of work piece to specifications using measuring instruments.

• May operate mechanism of machine, observe operation, or test with inspection equipment to diagnose malfunction or to test repaired machine.

• Works with ...