| Job Title |
Machinist, Linotype |
| Job Description |
Adjusts And Repairs Linotype Machines And Related Equipment,
According To Maintenance Schedule, Diagnosis Of Machine
Malfunctioning, And Manufacturer's Service Manuals: Inspects
Machines And Operates Keyboard To Detect Potential Malfunctions,
Listening To Machine Operation For Evidence Of Excessive Wear
And Need For Adjustment. Confers With Operators Of Faulty
Machines To Determine Nature Of Malfunction And Dismantles
Suspected Components, Using Handtools. Repairs, Straightens,
Files, Or Machines Worn Or Defective Parts, Using Handtools And
Machines, Such As Drill Press, Lathe, And Grinder. Verifies
Dimensions Of New Or Repaired Parts, Using Micrometer, Feeler
Gauges, And Fixed Gauges. Replaces Repaired Parts Or Installs
New Parts To Restore Machine To Operating Condition. Cleans
Parts Of Machine, Such As Matrices, Magazines, Plunger, And
Spaceband, According To Prescribed Schedule, Using Brushes,
Cloth, And Cleaning Agents. Lubricates Grease Fittings And
Moving Parts Of Machine, Using Grease Gun And Oilcan. Determines
Temperature Of Machine Melting Pot, Using Thermometer, To
Ascertain Need For Adjustment Or Repair. May Maintain Supply Of
Type Metal In Melting Pots. May Operate Slug-casting Machine To
Form Metal Bars And Strips For Securing Type During Printing. In
Smaller Establishments, May Perform Duties Of Linotype Operator
(print. & Pub.) 650.582-010.
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