Calculate dimensions or tolerances, using instruments, such as micrometers or vernier calipers.; Measure, examine, or test completed units to check for defects and ensure conformance to specifications, using precision instruments, such as micrometers.

Calculate dimensions or tolerances, using instruments, such as micrometers or vernier calipers.

Machine parts to specifications, using machine tools, such as lathes, milling machines, shapers, or grinders.; Set up or operate metalworking, brazing, heat-treating, welding, or cutting equipment.

Machine parts to specifications, using machine tools, such as lathes, milling machines, shapers, or grinders.

Set up, adjust, or operate basic or specialized machine tools used to perform precision machining operations.; Operate equipment to verify operational efficiency.

Program computers or electronic instruments, such as numerically controlled machine tools.

Monitor the feed and speed of machines during the machining process.

Study sample parts, blueprints, drawings, or engineering information to determine methods or sequences of operations needed to fabricate products.

Maintain machine tools in proper operational condition.

Fit and assemble parts to make or repair machine tools.

Support metalworking projects from planning and fabrication through assembly, inspection, and testing, using knowledge of machine functions, metal properties, and mathematics.

Support metalworking projects from planning and fabrication through assembly, inspection, and testing, using knowledge of machine functions, metal properties, and mathematics.

Operate equipment to verify operational efficiency.; Test experimental models under simulated operating conditions, for purposes such as development, standardization, or feasibility of design.

Design fixtures, tooling, or experimental parts to meet special engineering needs.

Diagnose machine tool malfunctions to determine need for adjustments or repairs.

Lay out, measure, and mark metal stock to display placement of cuts.

Lay out, measure, and mark metal stock to display placement of cuts.

Dismantle machines or equipment, using hand tools or power tools to examine parts for defects and replace defective parts where needed.

Test experimental models under simulated operating conditions, for purposes such as development, standardization, or feasibility of design.

Check work pieces to ensure that they are properly lubricated or cooled.

Establish work procedures for fabricating new structural products, using a variety of metalworking machines.