ISCO Specialization 7223.4.4 Lathe And Turning Machine Operator

From Open Risk Manual

Definition

Lathe And Turning Machine Operator: Lathe and turning machine operators set up, program and tend lathe and turning machines designed to cut excess metal from a metal workpiece using a hardened cutting tool moved by computer-controlled motors. They read lathe and turning machine blueprints and tooling instructions, perform regular machine maintenance, and make adjustments to the lathe controls, such as the depth of cuts and the rotation speed.

Essential Skills

  • Quality Standards
  • Manufacturing Processes
  • Dispose Of Cutting Waste Material
  • Read Standard Blueprints
  • Remove Inadequate Workpieces
  • Apply Control Process Statistical Methods
  • Quality And Cycle Time Optimisation
  • Perform Test Run
  • Use Cad Software
  • Operate Precision Measuring Equipment
  • Monitor Automated Machines
  • Supply Machine
  • Trigonometry
  • Geometry
  • Use Automatic Programming
  • Ensure Equipment Availability
  • Consult Technical Resources
  • Cam Software
  • Use Cam Software
  • Troubleshoot
  • Set Up The Controller Of A Machine
  • Interpret Geometric Dimensions And Tolerances
  • Statistical Process Control
  • Perform Machine Maintenance
  • Remove Processed Workpiece
  • Cad Software
  • Cae Software
  • Cadd Software


Optional Skills

  • Tend Computer Numerical Control Lathe Machine
  • Work Ergonomically
  • Manufacturing Of Doors From Metal
  • Keep Records Of Work Progress
  • Types Of Metal Manufacturing Processes
  • Program A Cnc Controller
  • Manufacturing Of Steam Generators
  • Manufacturing Of Weapons And Ammunition
  • Provide Advice To Technicians
  • Liaise With Managers
  • Mark Processed Workpiece
  • Manufacturing Of Heating Equipment
  • Ferrous Metal Processing
  • Manufacturing Of Cutlery
  • Manufacturing Of Metal Household Articles
  • Cutting Technologies
  • Monitor Stock Level
  • Record Production Data For Quality Control
  • Procure Mechanical Machinery
  • Manufacturing Of Metal Containers
  • Inspect Quality Of Products
  • Manufacturing Of Metal Assembly Products
  • Maintain Mechanical Equipment
  • Manufacturing Of Tools
  • Non-Ferrous Metal Processing
  • Types Of Metal
  • Supply Machine With Appropriate Tools
  • Manufacturing Of Steel Drums And Similar Containers
  • Manufacturing Of Metal Structures
  • Manufacturing Of Light Metal Packaging
  • Mechanics
  • Electrical Engineering
  • Manufacturing Of Door Furniture From Metal


Alternative Names

  • Cnc Tool Lathe
  • Cnc Tool Lathe Setter
  • Turning Machine Operator
  • Cnc Turning Machine Tender
  • Cnc Lathe Setter
  • Cnc Lathe Hand
  • Computer Numerical Controlled Lathe And Turning Machine Operator
  • Turning Machine Tender
  • Cnc Lathe Turner
  • Automatic Spinning Lathe Setter
  • Cnc Lathe Tender
  • Cnc Lathe Tender
  • Cnc Brake Drum Operator
  • Automatic Spinning Lathe Operator
  • Computer Numerical Controlled Lathe And Turning Machine Setter
  • Cnc Turning Machine Setter


Higher Level