Mechanical
Practitioner

Tasks and Responsibilities

Mechanical Practitioners carry out basic tasks in metalworking and in the production of devices, machines and systems.

Mechanical Practitioners assist in the manufacture of devices, machines and systems. They process metals and assemble machines, systems and equipment. They work in teams and complete simpler tasks independently.

In production, Mechanical Practitioners handle orders from start to finish. They begin by studying the order documents and planning the workflow. They prepare the workstation by arranging the necessary tools and machines. Before starting work, they conduct test runs on the machines and ensure that all regulations are followed.

Using metals such as steel, stainless steel or aluminium, as well as plastics, they manufacture individual components or complete systems. They work manually and on lathes, milling, drilling and grinding machines. They bend, punch and edge materials, and assemble components using screws, soldering and riveting. They also operate computer-controlled machines, which are programmed and set up by their supervisors. Production is closely monitored, and the quality of individual workpieces is checked using measuring and testing instruments.

Mechanical Practitioners also assemble simple devices, machines and systems. Assembly often takes place directly at the customer’s site. Individual components are combined into fully functional units according to assembly documentation and supervisors’ instructions. During commissioning, they perform tests. They also assist with maintenance and repairs by repairing or replacing non-functional parts. Throughout their work, Mechanical Practitioners strictly adhere to safety regulations and environmental standards. They wear protective gloves and safety glasses, and properly dispose of waste materials such as used oil, cooling water and metal shavings.