How do they match: Machinists

  • Precision Instrument Maker
  • Precision Machine Operator
  • Precision Machinist
  • Printing Press Machinist

  • 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.

  • Prepare working sketches for the illustration of product appearance.
  • Measure, examine, or test completed units to check for defects and ensure conformance to specifications, using precision instruments, such as micrometers.
  • Set up, adjust, or operate basic or specialized machine tools used to perform precision machining operations.

  • Prepare fabrics or materials for processing or production.