Metalworking Machine Operator

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Build staging or erect scaffolding for heavy metalworking jobs
• Check products for correct shapes, dimensions and other specifications
• Clean and lubricate machinery and equipment
• Cut, bend, roll, ream, punch, drill, weld or otherwise shape and form metal stock into parts or products
• Lay out, set up and operate one or more light or heavy metalworking machines
• Operate machines or equipment which weld, solder, bolt, screw or rivet metal parts together
• Operate presses or other forging machines to perform hot or cold forging to shape or form metal
• Position heated or cooled metal pieces on die of press or other forging machinery
• Read and interpret specifications or follow verbal instructions
• Remove metal pieces from furnace when colour or metal indicates proper forging temperature
• Troubleshoot, perform corrective action or minor repairs

Experience and specialization

Metal forming or shaping operations experience

• Bending
• Cutting machine
• Flattening
• Forming
• Punching

Additional information

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Attention to detail
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking
• Handling heavy loads
• Physically demanding

Personal suitability

• Flexibility
• Judgement
• Organized
• Team player