drilling machine operator

Description

Drilling machine operators set up, program and control drilling machines, designed to drill holes in workpieces using a computer-controlled, rotary-cutting, multipointed cutting tool, inserted into the workpiece axially. They read drilling machine blueprints and tooling instructions, perform regular machine maintenance, and make adjustments to the drilling controls, such as the depth of drills or the rotation speed.

Theoretical Knowledge

ESSENTIALTheoretical knowledge required

quality standards CAM software statistical process control CADD software quality and cycle time optimisation CAD software CAE software

Practical Skills

ESSENTIALApplied skills & competences

perform test run operate precision measuring equipment use CAM software consult technical resources remove inadequate workpieces dispose of cutting waste material ensure equipment availability operate drilling equipment troubleshoot supply machine interpret geometric dimensions and tolerances monitor automated machines read standard blueprints

OPTIONALOptional competences

maintain mechanical equipment mark processed workpiece program a CNC controller procure mechanical machinery supply machine with appropriate tools record production data for quality control inspect quality of products work ergonomically connect equipment to wellheads tend CNC drilling machine monitor stock level keep records of work progress advise on machinery malfunctions liaise with managers