722306 - Metal sharpening machine tuner -operator

Adjusts and operates vertical and horizontal honing machines, which grind, hone the internal or external surface of metal parts. Attaches the part being processed to the machine table, uses squares, rulers, micrometers. Uses control and measuring devices.

Main activities

* prepare, use, and maintain metal honing machines;
* process the surface of parts with universal honing machines, hones complex parts ensuring that the finished parts are ready for assembly;
* select tools and honing modes;
* examine work drawings and technical condition descriptions;
* select the speed of rotary or other motion.

Characteristic competences

* adjust metal turning machines;
* ensure that the finished parts are ready for assembly;
* work with metal turning equipment and maintain it;
* examine work drawings, mark model lines and points on the surface of the part;
* comply with safety rules at work.