Usually work a 40-hour week, but overtime is common during peak production times.
Usually work a set schedule.
May work evening and weekend shifts. Many companies are extending their hours of operation.
Machinists will:
Work with lathes, drill presses, and milling machines
Many machinists do computer numerically controlled (CNC) programming
Work alone most of the time
Machinists will frequently:
Use hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools, or controls.
Stand for long periods of time.
Repeat movements over and over.
It is important that Machinists be able to:
Hold the arm and hand in one position or hold the hand steady while moving the arm.
Make quick, precise adjustments to machine controls.
Speak clearly so listeners can understand.
Understand the speech of another person.
Use one or two hands to grasp, move, or assemble objects.
Move two or more limbs together (for example, two arms, two legs, or one leg and one arm) while remaining in place.
Focus on one source of sound and ignore others.
Adjust body movements or equipment controls to keep pace with speed changes of moving objects.
Hear sounds and recognize the difference between them.
Determine the distance between objects.
