Role Summary
Set up and operate a variety of machine tools to produce precision parts and instruments. 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.
Responsibilities & Requirements
- Operating Machine or Equipment
Operate basic equipment and machines and carry out routine tasks.
- Operations Management
Carry out operational tasks by following established processes.
- Equipment Maintenance and Repair
Help to maintain and repair equipment by carrying out preparations and providing assistance.
- Health Safety and Environment
Follow basic mandatory work instructions to safeguard the environment and the wellbeing of oneself and others.
- Operational Compliance
Follow a straightforward mandatory procedure to ensure that work is carried out to the required quality standards and/or to ensure adherence to external regulatory codes and internal codes of conduct.
- Precision Equipment Utilization
Interpret and use precision measuring equipment/instruments such as micrometers, dial indicators and depth gauges.
- Instructions and Drawings
Ability to read and interpret blueprints and geometric tolerances.
- Internal Communications
Exchange information with people by having courteous interactions with them.
- Policy and procedures
Works with guidance to understand policies and procedures while making sure they match organizational strategies and objectives.
- Other duties as assigned.
Preferred Experience / Skills
- Verbal Communication
Uses clear and effective verbal communication skills to express ideas and request actions.
- Planning and Organizing
Works with guidance to plan, organize and prioritize activities to efficiently meet business objectives.
- Health and Safety
Applies elementary concepts to manage and apply safe systems of work.
- Equipment Experience
2 years machining experience in a manufacturing or repair environment operating manual lathes, milling machines or CNC lathes/mills.
- Industrial Training institute
Trade Certificate in Machinist with 2-5 years relevant experience.