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DOT Code: 605.682-014

Industry: machine shop
Alternate Titles: broach operator; production broacher

Operates one or more previously setup broaching machines to broach internal or external surfaces of metal workpieces to specifications, on production basis: Examines blueprints or work order to determine finished specifications of workpiece. Lifts workpiece manually or using hoist, and places and secures it in holding fixture, using handtools. Starts machine, observes operation, and verifies conformance of broached workpieces to specifications, using measuring instruments, such as fixed gauges, calipers, and micrometers. Moves controls to adjust cutting speeds. Changes worn broaches. May aid Machine Setter (machine shop) 600.360-014 in setting up machine. May place workpiece on spindle of revolving turntable which automatically feeds broached workpiece to power conveyor.

GOE: 06.02.02 STRENGTH: M GED: R3 M2 L2 SVP: 4 DLU: 77