Conventional machinist vs computer numerical controller machinist

Differences between conventional machinist and computer numerical controller machinist duties and responsibilities

Conventional machinist example responsibilities.

• Produce various parts according to blueprint specifications using conventional lathes, mills drills, grinders and horizontal and vertical mills.
• Machine jigs and fixtures for small electronics assembly.
• Attend Fullerton college for CNC machining, Mastercam programing, Solidworks, and Autocad.
• Utilize various tools - calipers, micrometers, height gauges, bore gauges, and others gauges.
• Machine parts to specifications using machine tools such as lathes, milling machines, broaching machines, shapers, or grinders.
• Work closely with management and engineering staff to ensure efficient and safe methods are utilized in producing high quality aerospace components.
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Computer numerical controller machinist example responsibilities.

• Calculate dimensions and tolerances using instruments such as micrometers and calipers.
• Set up and operate OKUMA CNC lathe and MAZAK CNC lathe to machine various high pressure cylinders.
• Have had experience and handle deburr and clipping work on the 446 and lit operations on the drill press of 413.
• Fulfill calculating requirements, including basic math, geometry, and trigonometry.
• Verify dimensions of parts machine using micrometers, calipers and other precision measuring instruments.
• Verify conformance of finish work pieces to specifications using measuring instruments including microscopes, gauges, calipers and micrometers.
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