Machinist
Local 818
Knoxville, TN
06/23/21 - Current
- Set up and operated various machine tools to produce precision parts and instruments.
- Maintained quality and safety standards; kept records of maintenance and repair work.
- Performed routine maintenance on machinery, including lubrication, cleaning.
- Calculated dimensions and tolerances using knowledge of mathematics and instruments such as micrometers or vernier calipers.
- Measured, marked and scribed dimensions and reference points on material or work pieces as guides for subsequent machining.
- Aligned components for assembly according to blueprint specifications using measuring instruments such as calipers or dial indicators.
- Adjusted machine feed and speed, changed cutting tools, or adjusted machine controls when automatic programming was faulty or if machines malfunctioned.
- Verified conformance of finished work piece to specifications by checking measurements with a variety of precision measuring instruments such as height gauges, surface plates and protractors.
- Drilled holes in parts using drill presses.
- Assembled machined parts into mechanical units using hand tools and power tools.
- Observed machine operations to detect malfunctions or out-of-tolerance machining and adjust machines accordingly.
- Changed worn cutting tools as needed during operation.
- Used grinding equipment for finishing surfaces and sharpening cutting edges on machined parts.
- Supervised other workers engaged in operating machines and making repairs on machinery.
- Monitored production output levels and made adjustments as necessary to maintain production goals.
- Trained new employees in the use of machinery used in the manufacturing process.
- Kept accurate records regarding production numbers and any repairs performed on machinery.
- Operated hand tools, drill presses, riveting machines and tap burners to safely produce projects.
- Selected appropriate speeds and feeds according to metal type and finish specifications.
- Calibrated machinery to optimize performance according to prescribed standards and specific project needs.
- Measured and marked dimensions and reference points to meet precise specifications.
