Job description
-EDMA Agencies Pty Ltd T/as Wexford Welding
-Full-Time minimum 38 hours per week
-Metal Machinist
-Salary: $99,840 + super
-Experience required: AQF Certificate III including at least two years of on-the-job training or 3 years work experience may substitute for the formal qualification
Job Objective:
Metal Machinist set up and operate a variety of machine tools to produce precision parts & instruments.
Job Tasks and Duties:
•Calculate dimensions and tolerances using knowledge of mathematics and instruments such as micrometers and vernier calipers.
•Machine parts to specifications using machine tools such as lathes, milling machines, shapers, or grinders.
•Measure, examine, and test completed units in order to detect defects and ensure conformance to specifications, using precision instruments such as micrometers.
•Set up, adjust, and operate all of the basic machine tools and many specialized or advanced variation tools in order to perform precision machining operations.
•Align and secure holding fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, accessories, and materials onto machines.
•Monitor the feed and speed of machines during the machining process.
•Observe and listen to operating machines or equipment in order to diagnose machine malfunctions and to determine need for adjustments or repairs.
•Maintain industrial machines, applying knowledge of mechanics, shop mathematics, metal properties, layout, and machining procedures.
•Dismantle machines or equipment, using hand tools and power tools, in order to examine parts for defects and replace defective parts where needed.