- Machine Setup: Load raw materials, clamp parts into fixtures, and select the correct cutting tools.
- Operation and Adjustments: Run programs, monitor cutting speeds, and adjust feed or rapid rates for safety and quality.
- Programming: Read, load, or minorly edit basic G-code and M-code instructions.
- Quality Check: Use precision measuring tools like micrometers and calipers to verify part sizes match drawings.
- Maintenance: Keep the work area clean, check coolant levels, and perform daily machine upkeep