Production
Mechanic

Tasks and Responsibilities

Production Mechanics manufacture and process components made of metal and plastic. They assemble parts into modules and perform maintenance on devices, equipment and machines.

Production Mechanics work in mechanically and technically oriented companies. There, they process metals, sheets and components. They assemble these components into devices, equipment and machines. For this purpose, they read manufacturing documents and technical drawings and prepare the necessary tools and equipment. They carry out their tasks and projects accurately and independently, sometimes in a team and together with other specialists.

Primarily, Production Mechanics work with metals such as steel, stainless steel or aluminium, but they also work with plastics. They master various processing and joining techniques: drilling, turning, milling, grinding, shearing, bending, edging and punching. They also screw, solder, rivet and weld components. Using modern automatic lathes, they produce precision parts, for example for the watch industry, and they process circular saw blades or other tools on grinding machines.

Production Mechanics manufacture device, equipment and machine parts or entire steel constructions from metal or plastic. They continuously monitor series production on computer-controlled machines such as laser or water jet systems and intervene when necessary. If deviations occur, they adjust the production machines. They also produce precise individual components on lathes and milling machines. Some parts are treated with heat to harden them and make them resistant to wear. Their responsibilities also include computer-controlled tool sharpening. After production, they check the quality of parts using measuring instruments.

Production Mechanics assemble and install individual components into modules. They build devices, equipment and machines of various sizes, from very small units such as medical pumps to large systems requiring lifting equipment. They inspect, improve and maintain finished machines. If necessary, they disassemble machines and replace individual mechanical, pneumatic or hydraulic elements. Throughout their work, Production Mechanics adhere to applicable safety regulations. For example, they wear gloves and protective glasses while welding, ensuring both their own health and environmental protection.