How do they match: Machinists

  • Electrical Experimental Mechanic
  • Electrical Instrument Maker
  • Electrical Machinist
  • Tool and Die Machinist
  • Tool and Die Maker

  • Check work pieces to ensure that they are properly lubricated or cooled.
  • Dismantle machines or equipment, using hand tools or power tools to examine parts for defects and replace defective parts where needed.
  • Establish work procedures for fabricating new structural products, using a variety of metalworking machines.
  • Install experimental parts or assemblies, such as hydraulic systems, electrical wiring, lubricants, or batteries into machines or mechanisms.
  • Install repaired parts into equipment or install new equipment.
  • Monitor the feed and speed of machines during the machining process.
  • Operate equipment to verify operational efficiency.
  • Prepare working sketches for the illustration of product appearance.
  • Program computers or electronic instruments, such as numerically controlled machine tools.
  • Set up or operate metalworking, brazing, heat-treating, welding, or cutting equipment.

  • Advise others on ways to improve processes or products.
  • Calculate dimensions of workpieces, products, or equipment.
  • Conduct test runs of production equipment.
  • Design tools, fixtures, or other devices for production equipment.
  • Diagnose equipment malfunctions.
  • Disassemble equipment for maintenance or repair.
  • Install mechanical components in production equipment.
  • Maintain production or processing equipment.
  • Monitor equipment operation to ensure proper functioning.
  • Monitor lubrication of equipment or workpieces.
  • Mount attachments or tools onto production equipment.
  • Operate cutting equipment.
  • Operate grinding equipment.
  • Operate metal or plastic forming equipment.
  • Operate welding equipment.
  • Prepare fabrics or materials for processing or production.
  • Program equipment to perform production tasks.
  • Replace worn equipment components.