Machine Assembler

Hybrid-based
ONET: 51-2031.00

2

Years

81

Skills

4000h

On-the-job training
Classroom instruction topics
  • Introduction to Machine Shop I
  • Introduction to Machine Shop I Lab
  • Precision Measurement
  • Manufacturing Safety Practices
  • Basic Blueprint Reading for Machinists
  • Machining Calculations I
  • Welding - Special Topics
  • AC/DC Fundamentals
On-the-job training
  • Machine Disassembly / Cleaning
    • Demonstrate proper part handling/placement
    • Perform correct alignment marking, grouping, labeling, document
    • Perform machine disassembly
    • Operate forklift
    • Clean major machine parts, ready for paint of machine
  • Machine Paint
    • Sand, prep., paint main machine components
    • Sand, prep., paint machine base assembly complete, incl. covers
    • Sand, prep., paint machine housing complete, incl. covers & caps
    • Sand, prep., paint heat exchanger and pipes
    • Sand, prep., paint motors
    • Sand, prep., paint ram
  • Inspection / Precision Measurement
    • Complete machine part inspection (visual)
    • Complete machine part inspection (measurements)
  • Metal Craftsmanship
    • Demonstrate proper equipment maintenance
    • Scribe - file workpieces
    • Drill, tap, counter sink, & counter bore
    • Bend pipe to specification
    • Saw & deburr workpieces
    • Polish guides and pins on lathe
    • Press in bushings on hydraulic press (Ram / Levers / Etc.)
  • Sub-Assembly A
    • Rebuild hydrostatic transmission BHG
    • Rebuild mechanical feeder, BBV
  • Small Machine Assembly B
    • Rebuild Oil pump (Bearing, Seals, Valves)
    • Install Spindles (Bearing preload, Seal, moving clearance)
    • Install Wiper rings in columns and push rods
    • Set Main bearing clearances Radial and Axial. Document
    • Set Eccentric bearing clearance and assemble with connecting rods. Verify fit and alignment. Document
    • Assemble Lever system (Free movement with min. clearance)
    • Assemble Bevel gear (shim for pinion center alignment)
    • Assemble Pinion gear
    • Install main motor mount, belt tensioner, belt
    • Assemble Counterbalance system
    • Set Column and verify alignment
    • Rebuild clutch assembly, Measure displacement and alignment
    • Rebuild Brake assembly, Measure displacement and alignment
    • Rebuild Fly-wheel assembly, Measure preload with test fixture
    • Rebuild ram adjust gear boxes
    • Build new ram lock pump per assembly drawing
    • Rebuild and configure spring elements
    • Rebuild lock pin assemblies
    • Rebuild belt tensioners
    • Install Oil / air lines
    • Build air-tank assembly
    • Build stroke adjust covers
    • Build safety shields
    • Adjust ram alignment, setting guides
    • Install feed, adjust timing, test functions
    • Set-up and calibrate machine
    • Perform run-in procedures
    • Conduct inspection/protocol
  • Large Machine Assembly C
    • Rebuild Oil pump (Bearing, Seals, Valves)
    • Install Spindles (Bearing preload, Seal, moving clearance)
    • Install Wiper rings in columns and push rods
    • Set Main bearing clearances Radial and Axial. Document
    • Set Eccentric bearing clearance and assemble with connecting rods. Verify fit and alignment. Document
    • Assemble Lever system (Free movement with min. clearance)
    • Assemble Bevel gear (shim for pinion center alignment)
    • Assemble Pinion gear
    • Install main motor mount, belt tensioner, belt
    • Assemble Counterbalance system
    • Set Column and verify alignment
    • Rebuild clutch assembly, Measure displacement and alignment
    • Rebuild Brake assembly, Measure displacement and alignment
    • Rebuild Fly-wheel assembly, Measure preload with test fixture
    • Rebuild ram adjust gear boxes
    • Build new ram lock pump per assembly drawing
    • Rebuild and configure spring elements
    • Rebuild lock pin assemblies
    • Rebuild belt tensioners
    • Install Oil / air lines
    • Build air-tank assembly
    • Build stroke adjust covers
    • Build safety shields
    • Adjust ram alignment, setting guides
    • Install feed, adjust timing, test functions
    • Set-up and calibrate machine
    • Perform run-in procedures
    • Conduct inspection/protocol
  • 5S
    • Complete 5S project
    • Operate machine
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