Load raw materials into production equipment; unload finished goods from production equipment.
Set up and operate CNC machines to perform tasks such as drilling, milling, turning and grinding.
Calculated dimensions or tolerances using micrometers or vernier calipers.
Operated hand tools, drill presses, riveting machines and tap burners to safely produce projects.
Perform minor maintenance on the CNC machines such as replacing cutting tools or cleaning machinery parts.
Loaded and unloaded machines to prevent expensive equipment issues.
Inspected material after completion for accurate measurements of dimensions.
Programmed CNC machines using G-code and CAD and CAM software.
Troubleshot and repaired machines to increase productivity and decrease spending.
Calibrated machinery to optimize performance according to prescribed standards and specific project needs.
Sharpened, replaced and tracked cutting tools to adhere to strict quality control and usage schedules.
Performed routine maintenance on machines and monitored usage to reduce parts breakdown.
Test completed workpieces for quality control purposes prior to shipment.
Designed fixtures, tooling or experimental parts to meet special engineering needs.
Read and interpret blueprints, sketches, drawings, manuals, specifications or sample parts to determine dimensions and tolerances of finished workpieces.
Replace cutting tools according to job requirements; inspect tool condition regularly for wear and damage.
Read and followed blueprints, diagrams and drawings to fabricate products.
Utilize manual machining techniques when required; complete projects within allotted time frames.
Separated scrap waste and related materials for reuse or recycling.
Monitor CNC machine operations to detect malfunctions or out-of-tolerance machining and adjust machine controls as necessary.