Manual Bridgeport Knee-Mill Operator

Manual Bridgeport Knee-Mill Operator Summary Sets up, adjusts, and operates various sizes of manual vertical Knee-mills to bore/drill holes to print tolerances, face mill, groove, recess, taper, drill and tap etc. on a variety of standard / non-standard work pieces where skill is required to maintain tolerances on related dimensions. Set ups involve some blocking, aligning, and securing of work pieces having irregular shapes. Duties and Responsibilities • Load and unload parts manually or by rigging and using overhead lifting devices. • Align and secure holding fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, accessories, and materials onto machines. • Positions and secures workpiece on table with bolts, jigs, clamps, shims, or other holding devices. • Select the appropriate tools for machining parts, drills, taps, end mills, boring cutters...etc. • Perform manual machining operations, follow standard operating procedures. • Verifies conformance of machined work to specifications, using measuring instruments, such as calipers, micrometers, and fixed and telescoping gauges. • Perform CILR tasks to maintain the area. • Report daily production achieved. • Report Non-Conformances." Knowledge & Skills • Ability to work independently with written and verbal direction. • Good problem-solving skills. • Proficient math skills. • Blueprint reading skills using both imperial and metric system.