Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Ability to write routine reports.
Familiarity with all tools and equipment in a machine shop, including drill press, tool grinders, power saws, belt sanders, various measuring tools, shovel, broom, tape readers and punches, etc.
Ability to speak effectively before supervisors or employees of Company.
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
Measure, mark, and scribe dimensions and reference points on material or workpiece as guides for subsequent machining.
Calculate and set controls to regulate machining factors such as speed, feed, coolant flow, and depth and angle of cut, or enter commands to retrieve, input, and write or edit computerized machine control media.
Start and observe machine operation to detect malfunctions or out-of-tolerance machining and adjust machine controls or control media as required.
Use overhead cranes and/or forklifts to move parts and rings.
Read blueprints, sketches, drawings, manuals, specifications, or sample part to determine dimensions and tolerances of finished workpiece, sequence of operations, and setup requirements.
Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume.
Verify conformance of finished workpiece to specifications.
Confer with other personnel to resolve machining problems.
Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
Clean and maintain machine and tools; and grind tools and accessories.
Select, align, and secure holding fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, accessories, and materials on machines.
Set up and operate machine on trial run to verify accuracy of machine settings or programmed control data.