General Machinist

Work setting

• General manufacturing

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, charts and tables
• Fit and assemble components and machine parts to close tolerance
• Document and report deviations from specifications and tolerances
• Verify dimensions of parts machined using precise measuring instruments (e.g., micrometers, calipers)
• Compute dimensions and tolerances and measure and lay out work pieces
• Set up, operate and maintain a variety of conventional and computer numerically controlled (CNC) machine tools
• Verify dimensions of products for accuracy and conformance to specifications using precision measuring instruments

Experience and specialization

Measuring tools

• Micrometers
• Callipers
• Calibre
• Gauges
• Verniers

Equipment and machinery experience

• Conventional
• Drill presses
• Milling machines
• Sawing machine

Additional information

Weight handling

• Up to 13.5 kg (30 lbs)

Own tools/equipment

• Tools
• Steel-toed safety boots
• Safety glasses/goggles

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Dependability
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Flexibility
• Initiative
• Team player

Benefits

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Health care plan