Metal Machinist (First Class)

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
• Forms metal stock and castings to fine tolerances using machining tools to press, cut, grind, plane, bore and drill metal
• Checks fabricated and assembled metal parts for accuracy, clearance and fit using precision measuring instruments
• Polishes, deburs and finishes the machined parts to ensure they meet the specified finish quality
• May program and operate computer numerical control machines to guide machine tools in producing parts