Job Description:

• 1) Operates one or more electrical-discharge machines to shape metal workpieces to specifications, following standard charts: Obtains from job order or verbal instructions such information as electrode to be used, depth setting, and number of workpieces or cavities to be shaped.

• 2) Mounts specified electrode in preset holder on spindle.

• 3) Positions and secures workpiece on machine table or places it in fixture.

• 4) Moves controls to align electrode and workpiece and to set electrode feed rate, depth limit, and electric current.

• 5) Starts machine, turns on flow of dielectric coolant, and observes operation.

• 6) May inspect work visually or with measuring instruments.