Drill Press Operator: A description for the drill press operator job
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Drill Press Operator – Production-drilling-machine operator Operates previously set up drilling machines, for example single- or multiple-spindle drill presses to drill, ream, countersink, spot face, or tap holes in metal or nonmetal workpieces according to specifications: Lifts workpiece manually or with hoist, and positions and secures it on machine table in drilling jig or holding fixture. Moves machine controls to feed tools into workpiece, and engages automatic feed. Observes machine operation, and verifies conformance of drilled workpiece to specifications, using fixed gauges, calipers, and micrometers. Changes worn cutting tools, using wrenches. Moves controls to adjust cutting speeds, feed rates, and depth of cut. May also assist MACHINE SETTER (machine shop) 600.360-014 in setting up machine. May also sharpen cutting tools, using bench grinder. May also perform minor assembly, for example fastening parts with nuts, bolts, and screws, using power tools and handtools. May also be designated according to product as Barrel Reamer (ordnance), or function of machine as Reamer Operator (machine shop), Tapper Operator (machine shop).
Job industry: machine shop
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