Machinist

Duties

• Determines method and sequence of machine and hand operations
• Selects appropriate speeds, feeds, coolants in accordance with nature of operation and type of metal used
• Sets up machine tools by positioning, squaring up and attaching jigs, fixtures, chucks, vises, dividing heads, etc.
• Grinds tools to obtain proper cutting tools to turn, face, drill, bore, shape, etc. to required dimensions
• Measures work periodically using venire, micrometer or spring calipers, height rings, plug or contour gauges to assure conformance to specifications stipulated by blueprint or required by the nature of the next operation
• Makes templates to blueprint specifications for parts involving compound curves and complex shapes using filing machines, files and measuring instruments
• Makes tools, cutters and gauges according to blueprint specifications, as required, by shaping, heat treating and grinding for proper clearance and fit

Qualifications

• Machinist High school degree and formal or OJT training in machinist field