Fitter and Turner

Description

Fits, assembles, grinds and shapes metal parts and subassemblies to fabricate production machines and other equipment.

Description

Fit and assemble fabricated metal parts into products, set up machining tools and production machines, and operate machining tools and machines to shape metal stock and castings.

Tasks include

• Reads blueprints and technical specifications to understand the requirements for the metal component to be machined
• Prepares and configures machine tools for specific jobs, and ensures correct fixtures, settings and tools are applied
• Operates lathes to create cylindrical parts
• Fits and assembles metal parts and subassemblies according to engineering specifications
• Uses hand tools and power tools to grind, file and polish metal parts
• Tests and adjusts completed machines and equipment to ensure proper functioning
• Inspects finished products for quality and accuracy
• Performs operational maintenance of machinery