machining tool operator, CNC (computerized numerical control)
Education:
Secondary (high) school graduation certificate.
Work setting:
Custom machine shop. Manufacture.
Tasks:
- Operate and set up machines to perform repetitive machining operations.
- Verify dimensions of parts machined using precise measuring instruments (e.g., micrometers, calipers).
- Prepare etching solution and immerse metal parts or workpiece into the etching solution to remove unwanted portions.
- Perform routine maintenance on equipment and machinery.
- Enter codes specifying speed, feed and cut of the toolpath for computer numerically controlled (CNC) machine tools.
- Clean and maintain work space.
Equipment and machinery experience:
- Boring machines.
- Broaching machine.
- Drilling machine.
- Engine lathes.
- Filing machines.
- Honing machines.
- Jig grinder.
- Lapping machine.
- Milling machines.
- Shapers.
- Surface grinders.
- Tool grinders.
- Turret lathes.
- Laser levelling/aligning.
Repetitive machining operation experience:
- Milling.
- Boring.
- Planing.
- Honing.
- Broaching.
- Drilling.
- Grinding.
Equipment:
- Single purpose production machine.
- Automatic lathes.
- Screw machines.
- Tapping machines.
- Gear cutting machine.
- Duplicators.
Work conditions and physical capabilities:
- Manual dexterity.
- Attention to detail.
- Hand-eye co-ordination.
Weight handling:
Up to 23 kg (50 lbs).
Own tools/equipment:
Steel-toed safety boots.
Personal suitability:
- Excellent oral communication.
- Reliability.
Experience:
1 year to less than 2 years.
Employment terms options:
- Morning.
- Day.
- Overtime required.
Other benefits:
Free parking available.