How do they match: Machinists

  • Computer Numeric Control Programmer
  • Computer Numeric Controlled Lathe Machinist
  • Computer Numeric Controlled Machinist
  • Computer Numeric Controlled Mill Machinist
  • Computer Numeric Controlled Swiss Machinist
  • Computer Numerical Control Machinist
  • Computer Numerical Control Operator
  • Computer Numerically Controlled Lathe Machinist
  • Computer Numerically Controlled Machine Operator
  • Computer Numerically Controlled Machinist
  • Computer Numerically Controlled Mill Machinist
  • Automation Technician
  • Instrument Repairer
  • Machine Repair Person
  • Maintenance Technician
  • Mechanical Laboratory Technician
  • Test Technician

  • Set up and operate a variety of machine tools to produce precision parts and instruments out of metal. Includes precision instrument makers who fabricate, modify, or repair mechanical instruments. May also fabricate and modify parts to make or repair machine tools or maintain industrial machines, applying knowledge of mechanics, mathematics, metal properties, layout, and machining procedures.

  • Confer with engineering, supervisory, or manufacturing personnel to exchange technical information.
  • Diagnose machine tool malfunctions to determine need for adjustments or repairs.
  • Fit and assemble parts to make or repair machine tools.
  • Install repaired parts into equipment or install new equipment.
  • Program computers or electronic instruments, such as numerically controlled machine tools.

  • Disassemble equipment for maintenance or repair.