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Automation Squad

Role

AI for CNC Machinists

Robert MacKelfresh

By Robert MacKelfresh

Founder, Automation Squad

Operate computer-controlled tools, machines, or robots to machine or process parts, tools, or other work pieces made of metal, plastic, wood, stone, or other materials. May also set up and maintain equipment.

Computer Numerically Controlled Tool Operators · O*NET 51-9161.00 · Job Zone 2 · sourced from the U.S. Department of Labor occupation database

Automation coverage

9 of 40tools on this list have an AI solution available today

Counted by matching the tools this occupation is documented as using against a corpus of 226,452 AI products, MCP servers, skills and connectors. Where a tool has no match, we say so rather than inventing one.

AI you can use for this job

23 matched to the tools computer numerically controlled tool operators use. Showing 23.

  • Microsoft Outlook is a web-based suite of webmail, contacts, tasks, and calendaring services.

    Microsoft Outlook

  • Microsoft Excel

    MCP server

    Microsoft's Excel is a spreadsheet application used by millions of users across the world. It is part of the Office ecosystem and is considered the industry standard for spreadsheets. Only files on OneDrive for Business (available with Office 365 and Sharepoint server) are su

    Microsoft Excel

  • Microsoft Word

    MCP server
  • Powerpoint

    MCP server
  • AutoCAD is a design and drafting platform which supports automated design tasks and offers features such as 2D drafting, drawing and annotation, 3D modeling and visualization, and more.

  • Autodesk

    MCP server
  • Designcenter Solid Edge provides businesses with a range of modeling and simulation tools to address all aspects of the product development process. The software portfolio covers electrical design, 3D design, computer aided manufacturing (CAM), 3D printing, simulation, data manag

  • Easy Autocad

    MCP server
  • Easy Project

    MCP server

    Easy Project is a professional project management software for you, your team and the whole company. Based on WBS, Gantt, Agile and other best PM practices. It is compatible with modules for Resources, Finances, Help Desk and CRM.

    Easy Project

  • Excel

    Skill
  • Excel

    MCP server
  • Make (make.com)

  • Make (make.com)

  • Project Monitor

    MCP server

    Project Monitor is a PPM software that aims to manage your portfolios for all kinds of projects/sectors. Control the entire lifecycle, from request management to project execution. Measure progress on your team's workload and save time with a data-driven dashboard.

    Project Monitor

  • ProjectManager

    MCP server

    ProjectManager.com is a simple yet powerful online project management tool that enables you and your team to plan, track, monitor and report on your projects in real-time.

    ProjectManager

  • Projul

    MCP server

    Projul is an all-in-one construction management software providing task management, estimating, invoicing, CRM and more, to efficiently manage your business.

    Projul

  • SAP S/4HANA

    MCP server

    SAP S/4HANA is an intelligent ERP suite that helps businesses manage finance, supply chain, manufacturing, and operations in real time.

    SAP S/4HANA

  • Make (make.com)

  • Comprehensive software project management system with support for Agile, Scrum, Kanban, and Waterfall methodologies. Manages meetings, sprints, milestones, and project documentation with full AkashicRecords governance integration.

    eternnoir

The tools this job actually uses

58 documented for this occupation. Showing 40, hot technologies first. A filled dot means an AI solution exists for it.

  • Autodesk AutoCADhot
  • Dassault Systemes SolidWorkshot
  • Microsoft Excelhot
  • Microsoft Office softwarehot
  • Microsoft Outlookhot
  • Microsoft PowerPointhot
  • Microsoft Projecthot
  • Microsoft Wordhot
  • SAP softwarehot
  • 1CadCam Unigraphics
  • BobCAD-CAM
  • Cadem CAPSMill
  • Cadem CAPSTurn
  • Cadem NCnet
  • Cadem seeNC Mill
  • CGTech Vericut CNC
  • CNC Consulting Machinists' Calculator
  • CNC Mastercam
  • Dassault Systemes CATIA
  • Delcam PowerMILL
  • Direct motion computer numerically controlled CNC software
  • DP Technology ESPRIT
  • EditCNC
  • Eko
  • ERP software
  • ExtraTech Machine Tools Suite
  • EZ-CAM
  • FaceTime
  • FlashCut CNC
  • G-code
  • HOMAG WoodWOP
  • IMSI TurboCAD
  • JETCAM
  • KCD cabinet design software
  • Kentech Kipware M CNC
  • Kentech Kipware Studio
  • Kentech Kipware T CNC
  • Kentech Kipware Trig Kalculator
  • Kentech Kipware X CNC
  • Kentech machine shop software

What this job involves

27 documented tasks, most important first. Showing 24.

  1. Measure dimensions of finished workpieces to ensure conformance to specifications, using precision measuring instruments, templates, and fixtures.
  2. Set up and operate computer-controlled machines or robots to perform one or more machine functions on metal or plastic workpieces.
  3. Mount, install, align, and secure tools, attachments, fixtures, and workpieces on machines, using hand tools and precision measuring instruments.
  4. Review program specifications or blueprints to determine and set machine operations and sequencing, finished workpiece dimensions, or numerical control sequences.
  5. Stop machines to remove finished workpieces or to change tooling, setup, or workpiece placement, according to required machining sequences.
  6. Listen to machines during operation to detect sounds such as those made by dull cutting tools or excessive vibration, and adjust machines to compensate for problems.
  7. Implement changes to machine programs, and enter new specifications, using computers.
  8. Calculate machine speed and feed ratios and the size and position of cuts.
  9. Transfer commands from servers to computer numerical control (CNC) modules, using computer network links.
  10. Remove and replace dull cutting tools.
  11. Check to ensure that workpieces are properly lubricated and cooled during machine operation.
  12. Adjust machine feed and speed, change cutting tools, or adjust machine controls when automatic programming is faulty or if machines malfunction.
  13. Monitor machine operation and control panel displays, and compare readings to specifications to detect malfunctions.
  14. Maintain machines and remove and replace broken or worn machine tools, using hand tools.
  15. Insert control instructions into machine control units to start operation.
  16. Modify cutting programs to account for problems encountered during operation, and save modified programs.
  17. Write simple programs for computer-controlled machine tools.
  18. Lift workpieces to machines manually or with hoists or cranes.
  19. Enter commands or load control media, such as tapes, cards, or disks, into machine controllers to retrieve programmed instructions.
  20. Input initial part dimensions into machine control panels.
  21. Set up future jobs while machines are operating.
  22. Confer with supervisors or programmers to resolve machine malfunctions or production errors or to obtain approval to continue production.
  23. Stack or load finished items, or place items on conveyor systems.
  24. Control coolant systems.