mechanical manual turner job description
mechanical manual turner job description
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A mechanical manual turner also called a "manual turner" or "conventional turner" is a skilled manufacturing professional who operates a traditional lathe machine to shape and cut metal plastic or wood materials into precise components by hand using manual controls to achieve the desired dimensions and finish often working from blueprints and detailed specifications to produce parts with high accuracy and quality.
Key responsibilities of a mechanical manual turner:
- Operating a manual lathe:Setting up the lathe machine with the correct tooling including chucks cutting tools and steady rests to turn accurately and shape raw materials.
- Reading and interpreting blueprints:Understanding technical drawings to determine required dimensions tolerances and surface finishes of the component being produced.
- Material selection and preparation:Selecting the appropriate materials based on project requirements and preparing them for machining by cutting clamping and centering.
- Performing machining operations:Performing various turning operations like facing turning diameters threading grooving and chamfered using manual controls on the lathe.
- Inprocess quality checks:Regularly measuring and inspecting work pieces with precision measuring tools like calipers micrometers and gages to ensure compliance with specifications.
- Tool selection and maintenance:Choosing the correct cutting tools for the material being machined and maintaining their sharpness through grinding and sharpening.
- Troubleshooting and adjustments:Identifying and resolving machining issues such as vibration chatter or inaccurate cuts by adjusting machine settings and tooling.
- Maintaining machine cleanliness and safety:Adhering to safety protocols cleaning and lubricating the lathe machine regularly and reporting any malfunctions.
Requirements
Required skills and qualifications:
- Technical skills:Strong understanding of basic machining principles lathe operation and cutting tool selection.
- Precision and attention to detail:Ability to consistently produce components within tight tolerances and maintain high quality standards.
- Mechanical aptitude:Familiarity with mechanical concepts ability to read blueprints and interpret technical drawings.
- Handeye coordination:Precise control over manual lathe operations to achieve desired results.
- Problemsolving skills:Ability to identify and resolve machining issues during the production process.
Work environment:
- Typically based in a manufacturing facility working on a shop floor with exposure to machinery noise and metal shavings.
- May require standing for extended periods and lifting heavy materials.
Benefits
Salary 20k to 30k Based on experience.
Skills Ability to operate machinery and power tools, Ability to troubleshoot and solve problems, Ability to follow safety guidelines, and Ability to meet production goals. Other titles Assembly operators may also be called assemblers, assembly line processors, assembly production specialists, or production line specialists.
Employment Type
Full Time
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