"Machinist"

Job Description - Part 2 - Typical Daily Activities

Part 1
Duties / Tasks Part 2
Activities Part 3
Skills Part 4
Abilities Part 5
Knowledge

Job Activities for: "Machinist"

1) Controlling Machines and Processes -- Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines or processes (not including computers or vehicles).

2) Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates -- Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.


3) Getting Information -- Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.


4) Handling and Moving Objects -- Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials, and manipulating things.


5) Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings -- Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment, to detect or assess problems.

6) Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Material -- Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects.


7) Making Decisions and Solving Problems -- Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.


8) Judging the Qualities of Things, Services, or People -- Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.


9) Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events -- Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or similarities, and detecting changes in circumstances or events.

10) Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge -- Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.


11) Performing General Physical Activities -- Performing physical activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling of materials.

Job Description for "Machinist" continued here...

Part 1
Duties / Tasks Part 2
Activities Part 3
Skills Part 4
Abilities Part 5
Knowledge

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