I.  PURPOSE/SUMMARY

Tends one or more machine tools, special purpose machines, industrial robots or hand welder to machine metal work pieces to specifications on production rate basis by performing the following duties.

 

II.  ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Lifts work piece manually or using hoist and secures work piece in fixture or loads automatic feeding device.

Starts machine, engages feed, and observes operation.

Mig and/or Tig welds product parts to specification either by machine or manually.

Inspects and measures machined work pieces to verify conformance to specifications.

Moves machine controls and guides to adjust machine.

Replaces worn machine accessories such as cutting tools or brushes.

Adds coolant to machine reservoir and turns valve to start flow of coolant.

Files, sands, or shapes machined parts.

Cleans machined parts.

Tends machines and equipment other than machine tools.

Other duties may be assigned.