Sets up and operates conventional, special purpose and numerical control (NC) machines and machining centers to fabricate metallic and nonmetallic parts by performing the following duties: ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned. • Studies blueprints, sketches, drawings, manuals, specifications, or sample part to determine dimensions and tolerances of finished workpiece, sequence of operations, and setup requirements. • Measures, marks, and scribes dimensions and reference points on material or workpiece as guides for subsequent machining. • Selects, aligns and secures holding fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, accessories, and materials on machines such as mills lathes, jig borers, grinders, and shapers. • Calculates and sets controls to regulate machining factors such as speed, feed, coolant flow, and depth and angle of cut, or enters commands to retrieve, input, or edit computerized machine control media. • Starts and observes machine operation to detect malfunctions or out-of-tolerance machining, and adjusts machine controls or control media as required. • Verifies conformance of finished workpiece to specifications. • Sets up and operates machine on trial run to verify accuracy of machine settings or programmed control data. • Verifies dimensions and alignment of assembly. • Develops specifications from general description and draws sketch of part or product to be fabricated. • Confers with engineers, production personnel, programmers, or others to resolve machining or assembly problems. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES This job has no supervisory responsibilities. WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts and fumes or airborne particles. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, extreme heat, risk of electrical shock, and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud from machinery noises. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE Three years experience and/or training. LANGUAGE SKILLS Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. MATHEMATICAL SKILLS Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations. REASONING ABILITY Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS There are no certificates, licenses, or registrations required. PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision to read measuring instruments and depth perception to judge distances.
See More Details >>2nd Shift Machine Operator 4:00PM - 12:00 AM, Monday through Friday. Learn to operate/setup/maintain machine tools, robots, saws, presses, crimpers and lathes. Must be good at math, have mechanical ability using hand tools and measuring devices. Will perform inspections, sand, file, shape and clean parts as needed. Will rig and operate overhead cranes as needed. Computer knowledge is helpful. Must be highly organized, highly detailed, posses common sense and have ability to pass a basic math test. Must be able to follow simple instructions via reading, writing and orally. Ability to work in hot / cool environment. Must be able to stand for long periods of time, ability to bend & stoop. Must have the ability to visually inspect and feel parts for inspection. Ability to regularly lift and move up to 25lbs. Must be a team player willing to communicate, follow & accept instructions. Once trained, there is opportunity for overtime.
See More Details >>Tends one or more machine tools, special purpose machines, or industrial robots to machine metal work pieces to specifications on a production basis by performing the following duties. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned. • Sets up machine to machine castings to specifications. • Loads proper program into machine for specified operation of casting. • Applies proper jaws or fixture to chuck to hold castings or metal work pieces. • Lifts castings manually, or using hoist and secures workpiece in fixture or loads automatic feeding device. • Checks part for excentricity. • Starts machine, engages feeds, and observes operation. • Inspects and measures machine pieces to verify conformance to specifications. • Moves machine controls and guides to adjust machine. Adjusts machine using machine offsets. • Replaces worn machine accessories such as tools, bars, or inserts. • Files, sands, or shapes machined parts. • Cleans parts as needed. • Inspects parts for porosity or foreign matter. • Deburrs all sharp edges. • Cleans machines parts. • Adds coolant, grease, and oil to machine as needed. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES This job has no supervisory responsibilities. CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS There are no certificates, licenses, or registrations required. PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to walk, sit, and climb or balance. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision to read measuring instruments and depth perception to judge distances. WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts and fumes or airborne particles. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, extreme heat, vibration, and risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud from machinery. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE Three to six months related experience and/or training. LANGUAGE SKILLS Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. MATHEMATICAL SKILLS Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. REASONING ABILITY Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
See More Details >>Entering the machining trade in Enid, OK, typically begins with specialized education and training, often through apprenticeship programs that combine hands-on experience with classroom learning, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. These apprenticeships last about four to five years and require extensive training under licensed professionals. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are approximately 288,789 machinists nationwide, with a median annual wage of $50,840. In Enid, OK, machinists can expect to earn around $1,760 per week, with experienced professionals earning even more. Trade schools, unions, and platforms like Gild help aspiring machinists find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential.
