Precision Mechanic Metal, Machinery & Related Trades Workers

The design and production of micromechanisms. Micromechanisms combine mechanical and electrical components in a single device that is less than 1mm across.

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Microactuators, Microsensors and Micromechanisms

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2022

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Precision or fine mechanics is a subdiscipline in engineering that focuses on the design and development of smaller precision machines.

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A Day in a Working Life

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Theoretical and practical applications of the science studying the action of displacements and forces on physical bodies to the development of machinery and mechanical devices.

Assemble machines according to instructions and specifications.

Read and interpret such technical resources such as digital or paper drawings and adjustment data in order to properly set up a machine or working tool, or to assemble mechanical …

Continuously check up on the automated machine's set-up and execution or make regular control rounds. If necessary, record and interpret data on the operating conditions of installations and equipment in …

Measure the size of a processed part when checking and marking it to check if it is up to standard by use of two and three dimensional precision measuring equipment …

Perform tests putting a system, machine, tool or other equipment through a series of actions under actual operating conditions in order to assess its reliability and suitability to realise its …

Secure the operation site fixing boundaries, restricting access, placing signs and taking other measures in order to guarantee public and staff safety.

Set up and give commands to a machine by dispatching the appropriate data and input into the (computer) controller corresponding with the desired processed product.

Ensure the machine is fed the necessary and adequate materials and control the placement or automatic feed and retrieval of work pieces in the machines or machine tools on the …

Supply the machine with the necessary tools and items for a particular production purpose.

Use electronic, mechanical, electric, or optical precision tools for precision work.

The functioning of electronic circuit boards, processors, chips, and computer hardware and software, including programming and applications. Apply this knowledge to ensure electronic equipment runs smoothly.

The manufacture of calculators, staplers, cartridges, binding equipment, photocopy machines, boards and all types of equipment and machines used in an office.

The manufacture of different types of pumps, such as air, vacuum or engine pumps as well as hand pumps, and compressors.

The manufacture of industrial, sanitary or heating taps and valves.

Comply with precision standards specific to an organisation or product in metalworking, involved in processes such as engraving, precise cutting, welding.

Assemble switches, electrical controls, circuit boards and other electrical components by using hand and soldering equipment.

Assemble and maintain electronic components and electronic circuits.

Align and arrange steel and metal parts in order to assemble complete products; use the appropriate hand tools and gauges.

Conduct inspections and tests of services, processes, or products to evaluate quality.

Check machinery and equipment to ensure reliable performance during use and operations in worksites.

Dispose of dangerous materials such as chemical or radioactive substances according to environmental and to health and safety regulations.

Keep written records of all repairs and maintenance interventions undertaken, including information on the parts and materials used, etc.

Use soldering equipment, such as a soldering gun, a soldering torch or a gas-powered iron, to melt and join together pieces of metal or steel.

Use welding equipment to melt and join together pieces of metal or steel; wear protective eyewear during the working process.

Perform regular maintenance, possibly including corrections and alterations, on a machine or machine tool to ensure it remains in a proper productive state.

Record data which has been identified specifically during preceding tests in order to verify that outputs of the test produce specific results or to review the reaction of the subject …

Identify, report and repair equipment damage and malfunctions; communicate with field representatives and manufacturers to obtain repair and replacement components.

Tend a computer numerical controlled (CNC) drilling machine designed for cutting manufacturing processes on metal, wooden, plastic materials and others, monitor and operate it, according to regulations.

Tend a computer numerical controlled (CNC) grinding machine designed for manufacturing processes on metal, wooden, plastic materials and others, monitor and operate it, according to regulations.

Monitor and operate a computer numerical controlled (CNC) laser cutting machine according to regulations.

Tend a computer numerical controlled (CNC) milling machine designed for cutting manufacturing processes on metal, wooden, plastic materials and others, monitor and operate it, according to regulations.

Tend a computer numerical controlled (CNC) lathe and turn machine designed for cutting manufacturing processes on metal, wooden, plastic materials and others, monitor and operate it, according to regulations.

Identify operating problems, decide what to do about it and report accordingly.

Use equipment to test performance and operation of machinery.