Profession Lathe setter-operator
The lathe or turning machine tool setter-operators set up, operate or tend lathes and turning machines to turn, bore, thread, form or face metal materials.
Personality Type
Tasks lathe setter-operator
- Read and interpret technical documentation.
- Plan and set up (the sequence of) operations according to written specifications, tooling or other instructions.
- Determine and select materials according to job requirements.
- Start the lathe or turning machine.
- Monitor the machinery during its operation, e.g. to ensure specifications are met and to detect faults and defects.
- Adjust machine controls and change tool settings if necessary, e.g. in order to keep dimensions within specified tolerances.
- Inspect sample workpieces to verify conformity to specifications using instruments such as gauges, micrometers, dial indicators, etc.
- Lift metal stock or workpieces manually or using hoists, and position and secure them in machines.
- Replace worn tools, and sharpen blunt cutting tools and dies, e.g. using bench grinders or cutter-grinding machines.
- Maintain the lathe or turning machine.
- Examine quality of formed metal products to detect any defects.
- Report any problems to their supervisors.
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