7 BENCHWORK OCCUPATIONS
713.684-022 to 726.685-054
This category includes occupations concerned with the use of body
members, handtools, and bench machines to fit, grind, carve, mold, paint, sew, assemble, inspect,
repair, and similarly work relatively small objects and materials, such as jewelry, phonographs,
light bulbs, musical instruments, tires, footwear, pottery, and garments. The work is usually
performed at a set position in a mill, plant, or shop, at a bench, worktable, or conveyor. At the
more complex levels, workers frequently read blueprints, follow patterns, use a variety of
handtools, and assume responsibility for meeting standards. Workers at the less complex levels
are required to follow standardized procedures.
713.684-022 EMBOSSER (optical goods)
- Imprints identifying information on eyeglass frames
according to prescription, using embossing press: Reads prescription to obtain information to be
imprinted, such as owner's name, address, and telephone number. Sets type in type bar and slides
bar into position in press. Turns knob to lock type bar in place. Positions eyeglass temple in
spring clip below type bar. Places metallic foil over temple and pulls handle to lower electrically
heated type bar and imprint information on temple. May mount trim on frame and be designated
Trim Mounter (optical goods) I. Routes printed and trimmed eyeglasses to inspection section.
GOE: 06.04.37 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 3 DLU: 77
713.684-026 EYEGLASS-FRAME TRUER (optical goods)
- Bends and adjusts plastic or metal eyeglass frames
according to prescription specifications, using jeweler's handtools, such as hammers,
screwdrivers, and pliers. Measures frames to determine amount of adjustment required, using
gauges and jigs.
GOE: 06.04.02 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L2 SVP: 3 DLU: 77
713.684-030 FRAME CARVER, SPINDLE (optical goods)
- Carves spectacle nose pieces of celluloid, plastics, and
other material, using rotary spindle carving tool: Measures designated sample nose piece to
determine dimensional specifications, using precision measuring instruments. Mounts specified
cutting tool in machine chuck, using handtools. Starts machine and holds and turns nose piece
blank against cutting tool to fabricate nose piece according to specifications.
GOE: 06.04.24 STRENGTH: S GED: R2 M2 L2 SVP: 3 DLU: 77
713.684-034 MULTIFOCAL-LENS ASSEMBLER (optical goods) alternate titles:
multifocal-button assembler
- Fits and secures multifocal lens parts together preparatory
to fusing, utilizing adhesive compound or asbestos tape: Dips multifocal button in cleaning
solution and wipes dry. Brushes button and countersink blank to remove dust and lint. Positions
button on polished surface of countersink blank. Performs test to detect presence of foreign
matter between button and countersink blank, using instrument that indicates foreign matter
when pressure is applied to outside edge of button. Recleans surfaces and performs test until
instrument indicates lens parts are free of foreign matter. Places spring clamp on blank to hold
button in position. Inserts metal peg between button and blank to allow air to escape during
fusing, using tweezers. Applies cement to surface contact points around edge of button, using
needle applicator, or wraps asbestos tape around button and countersink blank assembly to hold
button in place. Removes spring clip and metal peg after cement is set. Places assembled unit in
tray for transfer to fusing room.
GOE: 06.04.23 STRENGTH: S GED: R2 M1 L2 SVP: 3 DLU: 77
713.684-038 POLISHER, EYEGLASS FRAMES (optical goods)
- Polishes plastic eyeglass frames and temple pieces to
remove scratches and pit marks, using polishing wheel: Applies abrasive compound to wheel
surface, using brush. Starts machine and holds and turns frame parts against wheel to polish parts
and remove defects. Inspects and feels polished parts to verify removal of flaws. Presses
sandpaper against polishing wheel to remove abrasive residue in preparation for next sequence.
GOE: 06.04.24 STRENGTH: S GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
713.684-042 WASHER (optical goods)
- Performs any combination of following duties to clean
finished eyeglasses, dye plastic eyeglass lenses, and electroplate metal frames: Washes, rinses,
dries, and buffs eyeglasses, using cleaning solution, cloth, and buffing wheel. Mixes trays of dye
according to formula and places trays on heating plate to maintain specified temperature. Mounts
plastic lenses in holder and immerses lenses in dye for specified period. Compares lens with
sample to verify color and immerses lens in dye to correct color as necessary. Immerses metal
frames in plating solution for specified period to electroplate frames.
GOE: 06.04.39 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 3 DLU: 77
713.687-010 CLIP COATER (optical goods) alternate titles: clip baker; dipper
- Coats tips of sunglass clips with protective plastic and
cures coated clips in oven: Slides metal clips onto rack and immerses rack in molten plastic to
coat tips of metal clips, or applies plastic to tips, using brush. Places racks of clips in oven for
specified period to cure plastic. Removes racks, examines coating for proper baking, indicated by
color of plastic, and places racks on table for further processing or in oven for further baking.
GOE: 06.04.33 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
713.687-014 CONTACT-LENS-FLASHING PUNCHER (optical goods) alternate titles:
puncher
- Punches flashing from molded plastic contact lenses,
using handpress: Places compartmentalized box under openings in press-holding fixture to catch
lens after punching. Positions lens in holding fixture and pulls lever to lower hollow punch
which cuts flashing from lens. Repeats punching, allowing only lenses of same specifications to
fall in same compartment. Labels and routes lenses in envelopes or boxes to stockroom or other
work stations.
GOE: 06.04.24 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
713.687-018 FINAL ASSEMBLER (optical goods)
- Attaches nose pads and temple pieces to optical frames,
using handtools: Positions parts in fixture to align screw holes. Inserts and tightens screws, using
screwdriver.
GOE: 06.04.23 STRENGTH: S GED: R1 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
713.687-022 INSPECTOR, EYEGLASS FRAMES (optical goods)
- Examines eyeglass frames and frame parts, such as
temples, rims, nose pads, and bridge pieces, for defects and conformance to dimensional
specifications. Feels and visually inspects frames to detect soldering irregularities, rough spots,
and scratches. Verifies measurements of frame parts, using ruler and gauges.
GOE: 06.03.02 STRENGTH: S GED: R2 M1 L2 SVP: 3 DLU: 77
713.687-026 LENS INSERTER (optical goods) alternate titles: roll-over loader
- Fits lenses into plastic sunglass frames and places frames
on conveyor belt that passes under heat lamps which soften frames preparatory to setting of
lenses.
GOE: 06.04.23 STRENGTH: S GED: R1 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
713.687-030 LENS MATCHER (optical goods)
- Examines and matches colored goggle lenses to obtain
pairs and places matched lenses of same shade in box. May inspect lenses for defects.
GOE: 06.03.02 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L2 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
713.687-034 POLISHER, IMPLANT (optical goods)
- Polishes plastic implants used to fill eye socket of person
with artificial eye, using polishing cloths and chamois: Cuts emery cloth and chamois cloth into
strips, using scissors. Clamps plastic implant in vise, and pulls emery cloth strip back and forth
through implant opening to remove rough edges and enlarge opening. Examines implant to
verify smoothness and freedom from defects, using eye loupe.
GOE: 06.04.24 STRENGTH: S GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
713.687-038 SALVAGER (optical goods)
- Examines and dismantles sunglasses to salvage
components, such as lenses, clips, and frames, using handtools: Examines sunglasses to
determine salvageable components. Punches out rivets, using hammer and punch. Removes
ornamental jewels, hinges, clips, and other parts and places parts in storage boxes. Cuts,
unscrews, springs, or otherwise loosens frames to remove lenses. Stacks lenses by color, grind,
shape, and shading. Sorts metal frames by style, and plastic frames by color for reprocessing.
GOE: 06.04.34 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
713.687-042 SUNGLASS-CLIP ATTACHER (optical goods) alternate titles:
heating-fixture tender; melter
- Bonds metal spring clip to plastic clip-on sunglass
frames, using electric heating equipment: Pulls lever or slides rod to clamp frames in heating
fixture. Removes bonded frames and examines attachment and action of clip for freedom of
movement.
GOE: 06.04.23 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
714 OCCUPATIONS IN FABRICATION AND REPAIR OF PHOTOGRAPHIC
EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIES
- This group includes occupations concerned with
fabricating and repairing photographic apparatus, such as still and motion picture cameras and
projectors, photocopy and microfilm equipment, blueprinting and diazo-type equipment, and
other photographic equipment, parts, and attachments; sensitized film, plates, cloth, and papers;
and prepared chemicals packaged for photographic use. Occupations concerned with electronic
components are included in Group 726 and bulbs are included in Group 725.
714.131-010 SUPERVISOR, MOTION-PICTURE EQUIPMENT (motion picture;
photo. appar.) alternate titles: cinetechnician supervisor
- Supervises and coordinates activities of workers engaged
in assembling, repairing, remodeling, and maintaining photographing, projecting, sound, and
related motion-picture equipment: Inspects malfunctioning equipment to determine extent of
work to be performed and directs individuals or groups to make repairs or modifications. Trains
new workers in equipment assembly and maintenance. May assign repair crews to motion picture
production units. Performs other duties as described under SUPERVISOR (any industry) Master
Title.
GOE: 05.05.11 STRENGTH: L GED: R4 M4 L4 SVP: 8 DLU: 77
714.281-010 AIRCRAFT-PHOTOGRAPHIC-EQUIPMENT MECHANIC (photo.
appar.) alternate titles: research assembler; research mechanic
- Assembles, adjusts, tests, and modifies aircraft cameras
according to engineering drawings and sketches, using handtools and bench machines: Reads and
interprets engineering drawings and verbal instructions to determine fabrication methods and
sequence of fabrication. Lays out reference points and dimensions on parts to be machined, using
precision measuring instruments. Fabricates parts to specifications, using bench lathe, milling
machine, shaper, and grinder. Measures parts to verify specified dimensions, using micrometer,
dial gauges, and vernier caliper. Cuts, bends, drills, and fastens parts to assemble, repair, or
modify camera, using handtools. Fabricates and installs electrical assemblies and wiring in
camera housing, using handtools and soldering equipment. Tests camera units for operational
efficiency, using calibrating instruments, multimeter, and stroboscope and adjusts mechanisms to
correct inefficient operation. Installs film in camera and adjusts camera mechanisms to record
sharpest image consistent with speed of aircraft, weather conditions, and object or terrain to be
photographed. Records test data, prepares reports on fabricating techniques used, and
recommends modifications to resolve problems.
GOE: 05.05.09 STRENGTH: L GED: R4 M4 L4 SVP: 8 DLU: 77
714.281-014 CAMERA REPAIRER (photo. appar.)
- Repairs and adjusts cameras, using specialized tools and
test devices: Disassembles camera, using handtools. Tests and aligns diaphragm, lens mounts,
and film transport to minimize optical distortion, using precision gauges. Adjusts range and view
finders, using fixed focusing target. Calibrates operation of shutter, diaphragm, and lens carriers
with dial settings, using electronic or stroboscopic timing instruments. Fabricates of modifies
parts, using bench lathe, grinder, and drill press.
GOE: 05.05.11 STRENGTH: S GED: R4 M4 L4 SVP: 8 DLU: 77
714.281-018 MACHINIST, MOTION-PICTURE EQUIPMENT (motion picture; photo.
appar.) alternate titles: cinetechnician; motion-picture-camera repairer
- Assembles, repairs, remodels, and services
photographing, projecting, editing, sound-recording, and power equipment used in motion
picture production, using handtools and bench machines: Reads job order and blueprints to plan
work procedures. Disassembles defective equipment, using handtools. Constructs replacement
parts (except camera lenses and other optical parts) used to repair or remodel equipment, using
machines, such as bench lathes, milling machines, gear cutters, grinders, and drill presses.
Finishes, fits, and installs parts, using precision handtools and calibration devices. Measures
installed parts for conformance to specifications, using micrometers and calipers. Operates
repaired equipment to verify operational efficiency. Cleans and lubricates equipment.
GOE: 05.05.09 STRENGTH: M GED: R4 M4 L4 SVP: 8 DLU: 77
714.281-022 PHOTOGRAPHIC EQUIPMENT TECHNICIAN (photo. appar.)
- Assembles, repairs, tests, and maintains still and motion
picture cameras and photographic equipment according to customer, blueprint, or work order
specifications, using handtools, bench machines, and test equipment: Reads diagrammatic and
verbal specifications to determine repairs needed and sequence of operations. Inspects cameras
and equipment to locate defects, using jewelers' loupe. Disassembles cameras to gain access to
defects. Tests focus of lens system, using optical measuring equipment, and adjusts and repairs
lens system to correct defective focusing, using handtools. Measures camera shutter speed, using
electronic measuring instrument, and adjusts shutter mechanism to manufacturer's specifications,
using handtools. Compares light meter readings with readings of light measuring instrument to
verify accuracy of camera light meters. Adjusts light meters to correct defective readings, using
handtools. Measures operating speed of movie cameras, using frequency counter and turns
camera speed control, using screwdriver, to correct defective operation. Cleans and lubricates
cameras and polishes camera lenses, using air gun, ultrasonic cleaning device, cloth, syringe, and
tissue paper. May fabricate parts for cameras and related equipment, using machines, such as
bench lathe, milling machines, cutters, and grinders.
GOE: 05.05.11 STRENGTH: L GED: R4 M4 L4 SVP: 8 DLU: 77
714.281-026 PHOTOGRAPHIC-EQUIPMENT-MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN
(photo. appar.) alternate titles: technical-maintenance technician
- Fabricates, assembles, and repairs photographic
equipment except cameras, using handtools and power tools: Examines equipment, such as
photograph printers, print washers, driers and straighteners, and mounting presses. Replaces
defective wood and metal parts and makes minor repairs, such as cleaning and tightening
connections, soldering and welding broken metal parts, and bending and installing piping. Lays
out framework dimensions on channel and angle stock, using tape measure, square, and scribe
and cuts and grinds stock to dimensional specifications to fabricate equipment parts, using power
saws, sanders, grinders, and files. Assembles frames and installs parts according to blueprint
specifications, using handtools, such as drills, wrenches, reamers, and hole punches. Installs
electrical wiring, following blueprints. Requisitions parts and materials.
GOE: 05.05.09 STRENGTH: L GED: R4 M3 L4 SVP: 7 DLU: 77
714.281-030 SERVICE TECHNICIAN, COMPUTERIZED-PHOTOFINISHING
EQUIPMENT (photofinishing)
- Analyzes malfunctions in computerized
electromechanical photofinishing equipment and replaces or repairs defective components,
utilizing knowledge of equipment operation and repair: Examines and tests equipment to
determine nature and probable cause of malfunction, using work aids such as voltmeter,
ohmmeter, schematic drawings, and equipment specifications. Removes and replaces defective
electronic, electrical, mechanical, and plumbing components, such as pipes, valves, printed
circuit boards, wiring, switches, thermostats, heaters, motors, pumps, gears, and drive chains,
using handtools and following drawings and manufacturer's manuals. Tightens or solders loose
connections and fittings, and performs related repairs. Adjusts equipment to manufacturer's
specifications, using handtools and measuring instruments. Test operates equipment to ensure
that defects have been corrected.
GOE: 05.05.11 STRENGTH: M GED: R4 M3 L4 SVP: 6 DLU: 86
714.381-010 ASSEMBLER, PHOTOGRAPHIC EQUIPMENT (photo. appar.) alternate
titles: assembler, precision-mechanical
- Assembles and adjusts photographic apparatus, such as
motion picture cameras, projectors, film developing machines, and microfilm equipment,
according to blueprint specifications, using handtools and portable power tools: Examines
blueprints to determine specifications. Aligns, fits, and bolts components together to assemble
mechanisms, subassemblies, and assemblies of photographic apparatus, using handtools, portable
power tools, and drill press. Connects electrical wiring according to circuit diagram, using
soldering iron. Tests function of assembled units, using precision mechanical, electrical, optical,
and sound measuring instruments; and adjusts mechanisms to attain specified functional
performance, using handtools. May repair defective products returned to production.
GOE: 06.01.04 STRENGTH: L GED: R4 M3 L3 SVP: 6 DLU: 78
714.381-014 INSPECTOR, PHOTOGRAPHIC EQUIPMENT (photo. appar.) alternate
titles: inspector, precision
- Inspects parts, subassemblies, and assembled
photographic apparatus, such as still and motion picture cameras, magazines, enlargers, flash
units, and film developing machines for conformance to verbal and diagrammatic specifications,
using precision measuring and testing instruments: Examines blueprints, wiring diagrams, and
other specifications to determine parts, dimensions, and tolerances required. Examines
equipment for defects, such as missing parts, incorrect serial numbers, flaws in castings, and light
leakage. Measures parts to ensure conformance to dimensional specifications, using micrometers,
gauges, rules, and other precision measuring instruments. Tests functioning of electronic
components, using test instruments, such as voltmeters, oscilloscopes, and signal generators.
Trips camera shutters to verify timing, using timing device. Measures focal distance of lenses,
using depth micrometer or collimator. Traces electrical wiring and examines connections to
detect assembly defects and tests electrical circuits for continuity, using wire diagrams and
continuity meter. Examines test film to detect faulty operation of cameras, using projector,
viewing screen, and hand lens. Records inspection data and marks or stamps inspection tag to
indicate acceptance or rejection of equipment inspected.
GOE: 06.01.05 STRENGTH: L GED: R4 M3 L3 SVP: 6 DLU: 77
714.381-018 PHOTOGRAPHIC-PLATE MAKER (electron. comp.) alternate titles:
photographic-process attendant
- Prepares photographic plates used to print pattern of
aperture masks on sensitized steel: Examines unexposed plate to detect foreign particles or
emulsion flaws. Transfers image from master plate to unexposed plate by means of contact
exposure and immerses plate in series of chemical and water baths to develop image on plate
[DEVELOPER (photofinishing)]. Examines plate over light box in darkroom to detect flaws and
verify conformity of pattern with master plate. Measures dot size and center distance, using
calibrated microscope, and examines master and production plates for dot damage. Repairs
defective plates by filling in missing dots, using photographic touch-up tool and ink. Installs and
aligns plates in printing case for DISPLAY-SCREEN FABRICATOR (electron. comp.).
Prepares developing solutions, following formula.
GOE: 05.10.05 STRENGTH: L GED: R4 M3 L3 SVP: 6 DLU: 77
714.667-010 SENSITIZED-PAPER TESTER (photo. appar.)
- Tests tensile strength and light value of samples of
photocopy, blueprint, and other sensitized paper to ensure conformance to specifications, using
duplicating machines and testing devices: Inserts paper sample in duplicating machine and starts
machine. Removes developed print and compares sample with printed standard to detect
variations in color and clarity. Cuts paper sample into strips and clamps ends of strips in tensile
strength measuring device. Turns handle of testing device until paper breaks. Records pounds of
force required to break paper. Records test data in log.
GOE: 06.03.02 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 3 DLU: 77
714.684-010 ASSEMBLER, PRODUCTION LINE (photo. appar.)
- Assembles components of cameras, camera magazines,
camera shutters, movie projectors, and electronic photographic apparatus, such as exposure
meters, using electric riveting press, punch press, soldering iron, and handtools: Screws, rivets,
solders, and otherwise fastens and installs parts, following blueprints. Operates assemblies to test
for specified functioning and adjusts mechanisms to attain specified functioning, using
handtools, gauges, and meters. May be designated according to type of apparatus assembled as
Camera Assembler (photo. appar.); Meter Assembler (photo. appar.); Projector Assembler
(photo. appar.); or according to part assembled as Synchro Assembler (photo. appar.).
GOE: 06.02.23 STRENGTH: L GED: R3 M2 L2 SVP: 4 DLU: 78
714.684-014 BELLOWS MAKER (photo. appar.) alternate titles: bellows
assembler
- Builds or repairs camera bellows, using handtools, power
tools, and gluing equipment: Selects cardboard cone bellow form according to size of bellows.
Cuts paper pattern of cone. Cuts lining and cover materials for bellows, according to pattern,
using scissors or electric knife. Stretches lining around cone and glues overlapping edges to cone.
Cuts cardboard strips (ribs) and glues strips to lining. Glues cover over ribbed lining and attaches
front and rear metal frames, using glue and clamps. Trims excess material from assembly, using
scissors and removes dried glue, using solvent and cloth. Compresses assembly over special
frame to pleat material and form completed bellows.
GOE: 06.02.32 STRENGTH: L GED: R3 M2 L2 SVP: 4 DLU: 77
714.687-010 CHECKER, FILM TESTS (photo. appar.)
- Identifies, wraps, and packages samples of sheet film for
in-process testing according to specified procedures: Reads test requests for film in various
stages of production and locates, removes, and batches sample sheets of specified film. Wraps,
packages, and labels samples according to process stage and characteristics of film selected.
Routes samples to testing department. Examines tested film, sorts rejected and approved sheets,
and segregates rejected sheets with salvageable areas for cutting. Maintains records of film tested
and test results.
GOE: 06.03.02 STRENGTH: L GED: R3 M1 L2 SVP: 4 DLU: 77
715 OCCUPATIONS IN FABRICATION AND REPAIR OF WATCHES,
CLOCKS, AND PARTS
- This group includes occupations concerned with
fabricating and repairing complete mechanical or electric watches and clocks, and mechanical
movements used in clockwork-operated devices, such as timers, electric meters, and
recorders.
715.131-010 SUPERVISOR (clock & watch)
- Supervises and coordinates activities of workers engaged
in assembling watches, clocks, and related units, and testing assembled units: Inspects finished
work at production stations to ensure conformance to specifications, using loupe and gauges.
Trains workers in performance of tasks. Requisitions materials and supplies. Confers with other
supervisory personnel to coordinate interdepartmental workflow. Sets up machines and
equipment. Performs duties of workers supervised to expedite production. May supervise
workers engaged in fabricating watch and clock parts. Performs other duties as described under
SUPERVISOR (any industry) Master Title.
GOE: 06.01.01 STRENGTH: L GED: R4 M3 L3 SVP: 7 DLU: 77
715.131-014 SUPERVISOR, DIALS (clock & watch)
- Supervises and coordinates activities of workers engaged
in blanking, cleaning, brushing, soldering, polishing, plating, printing, and lacquering watch
dials: Trains new workers in performance of tasks. Requisitions supplies and materials. Confers
with other supervisory personnel to coordinate interdepartmental workflow. Confers with
workers' representatives to resolve grievances. Sets up machines and equipment. Performs other
duties as described under SUPERVISOR (any industry) Master Title.
GOE: 06.02.01 STRENGTH: L GED: R4 M3 L3 SVP: 7 DLU: 77
715.131-018 SUPERVISOR, HAIRSPRING FABRICATION (clock & watch)
- Supervises and coordinates activities of workers engaged
in fabricating watch hairsprings: Trains workers in performance of tasks. Requisitions supplies
and materials. Confers with other supervisory personnel to coordinate interdepartmental
workflow. Confers with workers' representatives to resolve grievances. Performs other duties as
described under SUPERVISOR (any industry) Master Title.
GOE: 06.01.01 STRENGTH: L GED: R4 M3 L3 SVP: 7 DLU: 77
715.131-022 SUPERVISOR, INSPECTION (clock & watch)
- Supervises and coordinates activities of workers engaged
in inspecting and testing fabricated and assembled parts of watches, clocks, and related units for
conformance to company standards: Demonstrates methods of work and use of equipment to
train workers. Inspects randomly selected parts and units to ensure conformance to standards,
using loupe, gauges, and comparator. Confers with other supervisory and quality control
personnel to coordinate interdepartmental workflow and to determine corrective action required.
May supervise workers engaged in inspecting and testing tools, dies, gauges, and other precision
measuring instruments used in inspection. Performs other duties as described under
SUPERVISOR (any industry) Master Title.
GOE: 06.01.01 STRENGTH: L GED: R4 M3 L3 SVP: 7 DLU: 77
715.131-026 SUPERVISOR, MAINSPRING FABRICATION (clock & watch)
- Supervises and coordinates activities of workers engaged
in fabricating watch mainsprings. Performs duties as described under SUPERVISOR (any
industry) Master Title.
GOE: 06.01.01 STRENGTH: L GED: R4 M3 L3 SVP: 7 DLU: 77
715.131-030 SUPERVISOR, TUMBLING AND ROLLING (clock & watch)
- Supervises and coordinates activities of workers engaged
in deburring, smoothing, and burnishing precision clock and watch parts: Trains workers in
performance of tasks. Confers with other supervisory personnel to coordinate interdepartmental
workflow. Confers with workers' representatives to resolve grievances. Requisitions supplies and
equipment. Performs other duties as described under SUPERVISOR (any industry) Master Title.
GOE: 06.02.01 STRENGTH: L GED: R4 M3 L3 SVP: 7 DLU: 77
715.221-010 INSTRUCTOR, WATCH ASSEMBLY (clock & watch)
- Instructs workers in all operations concerned with
assembly of watch movements: Conducts lectures on function of various parts and assemblies,
and demonstrates assembly activities, such as $T3overcoiling,$T1 $T3putting-in-beat,$T1
$T3truing II,$T1 $T3poising,$T1 colleting, staking, and $T3vibrating.$T1 Instructs workers in
handling of minute parts with loupe, microscope, and tweezers. May be designated according to
assembly operation taught as Instructor, Hairspring (clock & watch).
GOE: 06.02.01 STRENGTH: L GED: R4 M3 L4 SVP: 7 DLU: 77
715.261-010 MECHANICAL TECHNICIAN, LABORATORY (clock & watch)
- Performs variety of experiments on watch parts,
lubricants, and abrasives used in manufacture of horological instruments to ascertain
conformance to production standards: Heats or cools watch parts to specific temperatures in oven
or refrigerator. Subjects heated or cooled watch parts to stress tests and records results. Tests
lubricants and abrasives used in watch manufacture for conformance to established lubricity and
abrasion levels. Analyzes test results to detect deficiencies in watch parts, lubricants or abrasives
and suggests modifications in production methods to overcome deficiencies. Recommends new
test procedures or testing devices as necessary. May assist in fabrication and installation of new
testing devices. May repair ovens or refrigerators.
GOE: 02.04.01 STRENGTH: L GED: R4 M4 L4 SVP: 7 DLU: 77
715.281-010 WATCH REPAIRER (clock & watch) alternate titles: clockmaker; watch
adjuster; watchmaker
- Repairs, cleans, and adjusts watches, clocks, and related
instruments, using watchmaker's tools, measuring instruments, bench machines, and cleaning
equipment: Removes mechanism from case and examines mechanism for defective parts or
accumulation of foreign matter, using loupe. Disassembles parts, such as hands, mainspring,
$T3escape wheels,$T1 and balance wheel, using pliers, screwdriver, and tweezers. Places parts
into watch-cleaning machine and starts machine that cleans, rinses, and dries parts. Tests
$T3truing II$T1 of balance wheel assembly, using truing calipers and trues assembly, using
tweezers. Repairs damaged or worn parts, using watchmaker's lathe and drill press. Replaces
broken parts, such as mainsprings, hairspring, jewels, stems, escape wheel, and pinions, using
handtools. Assembles mechanism and oils moving parts. Places mechanism in demagnetizing
machine that automatically removes magnetic properties from mechanism. Replaces mechanism
in case and tests assembled instrument for accuracy, using watch-rate recorder. Adjusts balance
wheel speed regulator to synchronize reading of instrument with recorder. May repair jewelry
[JEWELER (jewelry-silver.) 700.281-010]. May salvage and repair watchcases and be
designated Repairer, Watchcases (clock & watch). May repair clocks used in electric power
system timing equipment and be designated Time-Clock Repairer (clock & watch). May be
designated according to type of instrument or instrument subassembly repaired as Demand
Equipment Repairer (utilities); Repairer, Hairspring (clock & watch).
GOE: 05.05.11 STRENGTH: L GED: R4 M3 L3 SVP: 8 DLU: 90
715.281-014 WATCH REPAIRER APPRENTICE (clock & watch) alternate titles:
clockmaker apprentice; watchmaker apprentice
- Performs duties as described under APPRENTICE (any
industry) Master Title.
GOE: 05.05.11 STRENGTH: L GED: R4 M3 L3 SVP: 8 DLU: 77
715.381-010 ASSEMBLER (clock & watch)
- Assembles and installs chime-controlling mechanisms in
master clocks according to blueprints and sketches, using watchmaker's tools: Bolts mounting
casting which houses clock and chimes mechanisms to inner rear panel of master clockcase.
Installs toggle-switch and cut-off secondaries, for opening and closing chime-mechanism circuit,
on panel, and makes wire connections. Disassembles, examines, repairs, or adjusts spring-wound
clock, and reassembles clock [WATCH REPAIRER (clock & watch)] adding strike-control
parts, such as hour-strike spring to hour mechanism, night-spot cutout to hour hand sleeve-wheel,
and minute-mercury ring to minute mechanism. Bolts assembled clock mechanism in position on
mounting casting. Assembles parts, such as dial, hour and minute hands, contact springs, motor
drum and condenser, and makes wire connections to complete master clock mechanism. Installs
completed assembly into master clockcase.
GOE: 06.01.04 STRENGTH: L GED: R4 M2 L3 SVP: 7 DLU: 77
715.381-014 ASSEMBLER, WATCH TRAIN (clock & watch)
- Assembles, inspects, and adjusts watch train (center,
third, fourth, and $T3escape wheels$T1 with pinions), using watchmaker's tools, loupe, and
holding fixture: Examines parts to ensure freedom from defects, using loupe. Positions $T3pillar
plate$T1 in holding fixture and inserts pivots of wheel staffs into holes drilled in pillar plate
jewels, using tweezers. Positions train bridge over wheels, aligns pivots with jewels in bridge,
and screws bridge to pillar plate, using tweezers and screwdriver. Inspects assembled watch train
for meshing of wheels and pinions and endshake (vertical play) of wheels, using tweezers and
loupe [INSPECTOR, WATCH TRAIN (clock & watch)]. Moves jeweled bearings specified
distance to correct deficient endshake, using micrometer and hand staking tool.
GOE: 06.01.04 STRENGTH: S GED: R4 M2 L2 SVP: 6 DLU: 77
715.381-018 BANKING PIN ADJUSTER (clock & watch) alternate titles: escapement
matcher
- Inspects and adjusts position of watch banking pins to
limit angle through which pallet swings to point where escape wheel clears pallet stones, using
loupe and watchmaker's tools: Turns screw to move eccentrically placed banking pin until
impulse face of escape wheel drops off pallet jewel. Moves pallet back and forth to test jewel pin
shake (distance between pallet fork and jewel pin), to verify that shake is equal in both pallet
positions, using tweezers. Bends pallet to equalize shake, using tweezers. Examines locking
motion of escape wheel when guard pin is pressed against safety roller to verify guard pin shake
(distance between guard pin and safety roller). Moves guard point out or files point to obtain
correct length. Heats pallet to liquefy jewel adhesive, using hot plate, and moves jewels to
correct slide, using tweezers. Examines pallet action to verify sufficient clearance between pallet
and roller. Increases or decreases clearance between pallet and roller to correct deficiency, using
tweezers.
GOE: 06.01.04 STRENGTH: S GED: R3 M2 L2 SVP: 5 DLU: 77
715.381-022 BARREL ASSEMBLER (clock & watch)
- Assembles, tests, and adjusts mainspring barrel assembly,
using watchmaker's tools, handpress, and loupe: Attaches inner coil of mainspring to arbor of
hand-operated mainspring winder, and winds spring within body of winder. Inserts wound spring
into mainspring barrel, utilizing plunger inside winder. Presses barrel arbor into position and
turns arbor until hook in arbor engages hole in center of coiled spring, using tweezers. Places
drop of oil on spring, using hypodermic syringe. Presses barrel cover into place, using handpress.
Moves arbor up and down to test endshake (vertical clearance of arbor between cover and bottom
of barrel), using tweezers and loupe. Corrects insufficient or excessive endshake
[BARREL-ENDSHAKE ADJUSTER (clock & watch)]. May press rounded punch against barrel
hub to correct side-shake (clearance between arbor and barrel hole).
GOE: 06.01.04 STRENGTH: S GED: R3 M2 L2 SVP: 6 DLU: 77
715.381-026 BARREL-BRIDGE ASSEMBLER (clock & watch)
- Assembles barrel, setting lever, ratchet wheel, and barrel
bridge to $T3pillar plate$T1 to form barrel-bridge assembly, using watchmaker's tools, loupe,
and holding fixture: Positions pillar plate on holding fixture and places barrel in plate recess,
using tweezers and loupe. Screws barrel bridge with assembled crown wheel and click (pawl) in
position over barrel and screws setting lever and ratchet wheel in place, using screwdriver. Holds
ratchet wheel in position and tightens ratchet screw, using screwdriver. Positions clutch wheel
and winding pinion in place and inserts stem through hole in pillar plate to secure assembly,
using tweezers and loupe.
GOE: 06.01.04 STRENGTH: S GED: R3 M2 L2 SVP: 5 DLU: 77
715.381-030 BARREL-ENDSHAKE ADJUSTER (clock & watch)
- Tests and adjusts barrel endshake (vertical clearance of
arbor between cover and bottom of barrel), using holding fixture and jeweler's tools: Places
barrel assembly in holding fixture and moves arbor up and down to test endshake, using
tweezers. Estimates from experience whether shake is within acceptable limits (between 0.015
and 0.02 mm). Actuates arms of holding tool to bend barrel cover sufficiently to correct
endshake error.
GOE: 06.01.04 STRENGTH: S GED: R3 M2 L2 SVP: 6 DLU: 77
715.381-034 BLOCKER AND POLISHER, GOLD WHEEL (clock & watch)
- Trues, blocks, and polishes gold watch wheels, using
handpress, block adhesive, and polishing stones: Flattens (trues) wheel, using handpress. Blocks
wheels in recess of disk-shaped block, using adhesive [BLOCKER (clock & watch)]. Rubs wheel
on wet stone to rough polish wheel. Applies polishing compound to steel block and rubs wheel
on block to polish wheel to required luster. Examines wheel to verify required luster and freedom
from defects, using loupe.
GOE: 06.01.04 STRENGTH: S GED: R3 M2 L2 SVP: 5 DLU: 77
715.381-038 CHRONOMETER ASSEMBLER AND ADJUSTER (clock & watch)
- Assembles, tests, and adjusts marine chronometers, using
watchmaker's tools and loupe: Assembles parts, such as plates, bridges, train wheels, mainspring,
and fusee, in specified sequence, using tweezers and watchmaker's tools. Greases and assembles
fusee and barrel assembly. Tests assembled parts, such as fusee and barrel and train wheels for
specified endshake (vertical movement), using tweezers. Bends parts, such as bridges, to correct
insufficient or excessive endshake. Oils and greases bushings and other surfaces requiring
lubrication. Cleans parts, such as plates, mainspring barrel, and hands, using buff stick moistened
with benzine. Tests operation and fit of parts and subassemblies during assembly and makes
adjustments to eliminate any improper fit or malfunctioning. Changes timing weights on balance
wheel to correct deficient timing and tightens or replaces loose jewels, using watchmaker's tools.
GOE: 06.01.04 STRENGTH: L GED: R4 M3 L3 SVP: 7 DLU: 77
715.381-042 CHRONOMETER-BALANCE-AND-HAIRSPRING ASSEMBLER
(clock & watch)
- Assembles and trues balance and hairspring assemblies
used in marine chronometers, using $T3truing II$T1 calipers and watchmaker's tools: Attaches
hairspring to collet, using watchmaker's tools. Positions hairspring and collet assembly in truing
calipers and bends hairspring to correct deficient truing, using tweezers. Attaches stud to
hairspring and screws balance staff into balance wheel. Trues balance wheel, using truing
calipers. Fastens balance screws, weights, and timing screws in balance wheel, using
screwdriver. Inserts impulse and unlocking rollers in assembly. Poises balance wheel, using
truing calipers. Connects hairspring and collet to balance wheel assembly, using watchmaker's
tools.
GOE: 06.01.04 STRENGTH: L GED: R3 M2 L2 SVP: 6 DLU: 77
715.381-046 DIAL MAKER (clock & watch) alternate titles: watch-dial maker
- Performs any combination of following tasks to fabricate
clock and watch dials: Cuts out dial blanks, using handtools. Solders holding feet to dial, using
soldering iron. Brushes, buffs, and polishes dial, using variety of abrasive wheels. Plates dials
with silver, gold, nickel, or other metals [PLATER (electroplating)]. Stakes numerals and
numeral indicators, such as diamonds, to dial [STAKER (clock & watch)]. Prints designs,
numerals, and company's name on dials [TRANSFERRER (clock & watch)]. Inspects completed
dials for dirt and scratches, completeness of printed designs, and adherence to dimension
specifications.
GOE: 06.01.04 STRENGTH: L GED: R3 M2 L2 SVP: 6 DLU: 77
715.381-050 FINAL INSPECTOR (clock & watch) alternate titles: adjuster and
inspector; finishing inspector; watch-assembly inspector; watch inspector, final movement
- Inspects and tests watch and clock subassemblies and
completed watch movements for mechanical and visual defects and makes adjustments to correct
defects, using watchmaker's tools and loupe: Inspects banking of pallet, lock, drop, and slide of
escapement. Verifies that hairspring is level and centered [INSPECTOR, HAIRSPRING
TRUING (clock & watch)], and inspects and adjusts $T3beat$T1 [PUT-IN-BEAT ADJUSTER
(clock & watch)]. Tests endshake (vertical play of wheels), using tweezers, to verify that shake is
within acceptable limits. Examines spring to verify centering between regulator pins and centers
regulator lever. Examines movement for scratches, and blows out dust or dirt, using airhose.
Activates watch and clock movements and compares time indicated with master clock to verify
accuracy of movements. Listens to movements in operation to detect excessive noise. Turns time
and alarm shafts and pulls alarm buttons to test alarm mechanisms for freedom of movement.
Examines external surfaces for defects, such as cracked or scratched cases or crystals, loose or
misaligned hands, and faulty printing on dials. Oils or inspects oiling of pallet stones and jeweled
bearings. Disassembles movement to point of error and replaces defective parts, using
watchmaker's tools. Observes minute parts with aid of loupe. May clean parts with soft leather
and polish case with chamois.
GOE: 06.01.05 STRENGTH: L GED: R4 M3 L3 SVP: 7 DLU: 77
715.381-054 HAIRSPRING ASSEMBLER (clock & watch) alternate titles:
watch-hairspring assembler
- Assembles, inspects, and adjusts watch hairspring and
balance assemblies, using watchmaker's tools: Attaches hairspring to collet and stud
[COLLETER (clock & watch) 715.684-066; STUDDER, HAIRSPRING (clock & watch)
715.684-186], and assembles parts of hairspring and balance, using punch, staking tool, tweezers,
and other watchmaker's tools. Overcoils spring [OVERCOILER (clock & watch) 715.684-150],
and trues spring [HAIRSPRING TRUER (clock & watch) 715.381-058]. Poises balance wheel.
Locates vibrating point [HAIRSPRING VIBRATOR (clock & watch) 715.381-062]. Inspects
and adjusts hairspring and balance assembly [INSPECTOR HAIRSPRING (clock & watch) I
715.381-066].
GOE: 06.01.04 STRENGTH: L GED: R3 M1 L2 SVP: 5 DLU: 77
715.381-058 HAIRSPRING TRUER (clock & watch)
- Examines and adjusts hairspring assemblies to ensure
horizontal and circular alignment of hairspring, using $T3truing II$T1 calipers, loupe, and
watchmaker's tools: Mounts hairspring and balance wheel assembly between jaws of truing
calipers. Turns wheel of caliper and examines spring to determine if center coils appear as perfect
circles, using loupe. Bends inner coil of spring away from or toward collet to locate center of
collet in center of spring and to correct errors resulting from faulty colleting of coil, using
tweezers. Estimates space between collet and first inner coil to determine if space is within
acceptable limits, and bends coil to correct errors, using tweezers. Examines plane of hairspring
to determine if coils are parallel to plane of collet and raises or lowers individual coils to correct
discrepancies, using tweezers.
GOE: 06.01.04 STRENGTH: S GED: R3 M2 L2 SVP: 6 DLU: 77
715.381-062 HAIRSPRING VIBRATOR (clock & watch)
- Locates $T3vibrating$T1 point (point at which length of
spring is such as to cause attached balance wheel to oscillate at specified rate) on clock and
watch hairsprings and cuts hairspring at specified point to synchronize oscillation of movements,
utilizing one or both of following methods: (1) Fastens free end of spring of hairspring assembly
in fixture of electronic vibrating device, and adjusts bed of device until it touches pivot of
vertically oscillating balance wheel, as indicated on cathode-ray tube. Observes second
cathode-ray tube to determine excess length of spring as vertical swings are translated into
corresponding horizontal oscillations. Winds excess length of spring into holding fixture of
device and readjusts bed until cathode-ray tube readings are within acceptable limits. Starts
shears to cut excess spring at specified distance from vibrating point for attachment to stud. (2)
Inserts end of spring into holding tweezers of master balance wheel assembly, and adjusts
tweezers until pivots and arms of test and master balances are aligned. Releases lever that gives
starting impulse to both balances simultaneously, and observes operation to determine if balances
are synchronized. Resets holding point of vibrator tweezers and repeats operation until balances
are synchronized. Cuts off spring at specified distance from vibrating point for attachment to
stud, using cutting pliers.
GOE: 06.01.04 STRENGTH: L GED: R3 M2 L2 SVP: 6 DLU: 77
715.381-066 INSPECTOR, HAIRSPRING I (clock & watch)
- Inspects completed hairspring assemblies, using loupe
and watchmaker's tools: Verifies that spring and balance wheel are true in flat and round
[INSPECTOR, BALANCE TRUING (clock & watch)], and that mass of balance wheel is
equally distributed around axis of rotation [INSPECTOR, POISING (clock & watch)]. Examines
positioning of parts to determine that parts are in $T3beat,$T1 and that $T3overcoil$T1 is in
specified relationship to spring, using loupe. Verifies that parts are securely staked, using
tweezers. Separates unsatisfactory assemblies. Observes minute parts and functioning of parts
with loupe. May test parts to determine if $T3vibrating$T1 point has been accurately located,
using master balance [HAIRSPRING VIBRATOR (clock & watch)].
GOE: 06.01.05 STRENGTH: S GED: R3 M2 L2 SVP: 6 DLU: 77
715.381-070 INSPECTOR, WATCH ASSEMBLY (clock & watch)
- Inspects watch subassemblies and incomplete watch
movements for mechanical and visual defects, using watchmaker's tools and loupe: Inspects
parts, such as bridges, jewels, and screws, for cracks, scratches, and other surface defects, using
loupe. Turns wheels to detect amount of vertical play (endshake) and to ascertain if wheels have
sufficient freedom, using tweezers and picks. Winds mainspring to determine wheel
characteristics, such as flatness of path and freedom of movement. Examines wheels and pivots
for bends and alignment, using loupe. Records defects found.
GOE: 06.01.05 STRENGTH: L GED: R3 M2 L2 SVP: 6 DLU: 77
715.381-074 INSPECTOR, WATCH TRAIN (clock & watch)
- Inspects assembled watch train (center, third, fourth, and
$T3escape wheels$T1 with pinions) for vertical play of wheels (endshake), meshing of gears,
and cleanliness of movement, using watchmaker's tools and loupe: Moves wheels up and down
to test endshake, using tweezers, and determining from experience whether shake is within
acceptable limits. Turns center wheel to ascertain that gears mesh and that train turns easily.
Examines assembly for cleanliness, oiling of cap jewels, and to determine that wheels are level
and in parallel planes, using loupe. Rejects or accepts watch train assemblies and places defective
assemblies in trays according to type of defect.
GOE: 06.01.05 STRENGTH: S GED: R4 M2 L3 SVP: 7 DLU: 77
715.381-078 LOCATION-AND-MEASUREMENT TECHNICIAN (clock & watch)
- Inspects machined watch parts to ensure that hole
locations, contour measurements, and shapes conform, within prescribed tolerances, to blueprint
specifications, using coordinate measuring machine (precision optical device) and working to
tolerances of up to 0.00001 inch: Places watch part on viewing table of projector, adjusts focus of
projector, and installs glass chart on viewing screen preparatory to inspection. Aligns part with
specified locations or measurement points on chart and examines projected enlargement to
determine if hole locations, contour, and shape of part fall within tolerance lines etched on chart.
Positions part on microscope table of coordinate measuring machine to reexamine part and to
obtain precise coordinate measurements. Observes part through microscope and adjusts
calibrated controls of measuring machine to center watch part and to determine vertical and
horizontal measurements. Compares readings with chart and blueprint specifications and
calculates differences between readings and specifications. Records inspection data and interprets
findings to supervisory personnel. May operate coordinate measuring machine equipped with
spotting and scribing device to locate, spot, and scribe tool, gauge, fixture, and die blanks and be
designated Location-And-Measurement Technician, Tool Room (clock & watch).
GOE: 06.01.04 STRENGTH: L GED: R4 M3 L3 SVP: 6 DLU: 77
715.381-082 PALLET-STONE INSERTER (clock & watch)
- Sets pallet stones in watch pallets, using tweezers and
pallet-stone inserting fixture: Positions pallet over projecting pins in seat of fixture. Manipulates
fixture attachments to squeeze sides of stone-holding recesses together to produce friction-tight
holding recesses. Inserts stones in recesses, using tweezers.
GOE: 06.02.32 STRENGTH: L GED: R3 M2 L2 SVP: 6 DLU: 77
715.381-086 PALLET-STONE POSITIONER (clock & watch)
- Adjusts position of pallet stones to extend each stone
specified amount from face of holding recess, using positioning fixture: Fits pallet in fixture
beneath binocular microscope. Examines pallet stones through microscope and inserts needle
between base of stones and holding recess to force stones upward from recess. Swings fork end
of pallet against positioning pins of fixture to force stones specified distance into recess.
GOE: 06.01.04 STRENGTH: S GED: R3 M2 L2 SVP: 6 DLU: 77
715.381-090 SCREWHEAD POLISHER (clock & watch)
- Polishes screwheads to produce watch screws of specified
dimensions and finish, using blocking equipment and polishing wheels: Fits screws in block,
using tweezers and suction device. Applies shellac over screws, heats block to melt shellac, and
seats screws in block, using handpress. Grinds block screwheads to remove burrs, using grinding
wheel. Polishes screwheads to specified dimensions and finish, using flat-lap polisher [FLAT
POLISHER (clock & watch)], or manually oscillates screwheads on polishing stones, using
overhead pole or hand stick to apply pressure. Examines and measures screws to verify required
finish and dimensional specifications, using loupe and precision gauge. Washes and boils block
to remove loose polish and to liquefy shellac. Taps block to remove screws. Rinses, dries, and
places screws in beakers for inspection.
GOE: 06.01.04 STRENGTH: S GED: R3 M2 L2 SVP: 5 DLU: 77
715.381-094 WATCH ASSEMBLER (clock & watch)
- Assembles, tests, and adjusts complete watch movements
according to specifications, using watchmaker's tools and loupe: Attaches hairspring and balance
assembly, train, escapement, winding and setting mechanism, mainspring, jeweled bearings, and
bridges, using tweezers, hand staker (press), and other watchmaker's tools, and loupe. Inspects
movement for accuracy, diagnoses cause of defects, and replaces defective parts. Adjusts
subassemblies, such as $T3truing II$T1 balance and banking escapement.
GOE: 06.01.04 STRENGTH: L GED: R4 M3 L3 SVP: 6 DLU: 77
715.384-010 BALANCE ASSEMBLER (clock & watch)
- Screws watch balance and balance bridge assembly to
$T3pillar plate.$T1 Places pillar plate in holding fixture, and positions balance and bridge
assembly on plate securing with screws. Tests balance for endshake (vertical play) by gently
moving balance, using tweezers, and determining from experience if shake is within acceptable
limits. Raises bridge slightly, using tweezers, or disassembles bridge and presses down on
reverse side to correct shake. Touches oil-filled hypodermic needle to jewel to oil lower balance
jewel prior to assembling. Observes minute parts with aid of loupe and handles parts with
tweezers.
GOE: 06.02.23 STRENGTH: S GED: R3 M2 L2 SVP: 3 DLU: 77
715.384-014 INSPECTOR, MECHANISM (clock & watch)
- Inspects assembled watch winding and setting
mechanisms for mechanical and surface defects, using tweezers and loupe: Moves stem in and
out to verify clicking into winding and setting positions and turns stem in each position to test for
ease of winding and setting. Moves barrel of mechanism to test for amount of vertical play
(endshake), using tweezers, and determining from experience whether shake is within acceptable
limits. Examines movement for scratches and presence of dirt, using loupe.
GOE: 06.03.01 STRENGTH: S GED: R3 M2 L2 SVP: 4 DLU: 77
715.384-018 INSPECTOR, POISING (clock & watch)
- Inspects $T3poise$T1 of watch balance wheels to
determine if mass of wheel is equally distributed around balance wheel staff, using poising tools
and loupe: Mounts wheel in poising tool that supports staff on knife edges as wheel is rotated in
channel, using tweezers. Observes rotating wheel to verify evenness of turning, using loupe.
Removes screw from uneven or heavy area of wheel and mills screw to decrease weight, using
hand milling tool. Rejects and segregates units if balance wheels are out of poise or if general
condition of unit does not meet specifications.
GOE: 06.01.05 STRENGTH: S GED: R3 M2 L2 SVP: 4 DLU: 77
715.384-022 INSPECTOR, WATCH PARTS (clock & watch)
- Examines and measures watch and clock components,
such as pinions, wheels, gears, $T3pillar plates,$T1 shafts, pallets, wheel and pinion assemblies,
and escapement assemblies to ensure conformance to tolerance specifications and quality
standards, using loupe, precision measuring instruments, and electronic timing devices: Reads
blueprints and inspection specifications for parts to be inspected to determine types and
sequences of inspection and measuring instruments required. Examines components for surface
defects, such as scratches, burrs, nicks, and blemishes, using loupe, optical comparator,
microscope, and tweezers. Measures components to ensure adherence to dimensional
specifications, using precision measuring instruments, such as gauges, calipers, dial indicators,
comparascopes, and micrometers. Approves or rejects components according to inspection
results and records reasons for rejection. Checks accuracy of measuring instruments, using
calibrating equipment. May project watch parts on screen to inspect parts [COMPARATOR
OPERATOR (any industry)]. May weigh fine parts, such as timing, balance, and gold screws to
ensure conformance to weight specifications, using balances and scales. May test hardness of
watch parts [HARDNESS INSPECTOR (heat treating)]. May be designated according to
component inspected as Arbor Inspector (clock & watch); Balance-Staff Inspector (clock &
watch); Barrel Inspector (clock & watch); Case Inspector (clock & watch); Hands Inspector
(clock & watch); Mainspring-Strip Gauger (clock & watch). May be designated:
Mainspring-Strip Inspector (clock & watch); Pinion Inspector (clock & watch); Plate Inspector
(clock & watch); Screw Inspector (clock & watch).
GOE: 06.01.04 STRENGTH: S GED: R3 M2 L3 SVP: 6 DLU: 77
715.584-010 DIAL REFINISHER (clock & watch)
- Refinishes watch dials, according to specifications:
Removes original finish and dial markings, such as numerals and calibrations on faceplate, using
chemical solution and buffing wheel or wire brush. Applies specified finish to dial, using plating
solution. Embosses and retouches markings, using stamping equipment, paint, and brush. Sprays
dial with lacquer to preserve finish. May attach numerals to faceplate with rivets. May apply
radium to dial markings to form luminous dial.
GOE: 06.04.33 STRENGTH: S GED: R2 M1 L2 SVP: 5 DLU: 77
715.584-014 REPAIRER, AUTO CLOCKS (clock & watch)
- Repairs surface defects in battery-operated clocks for
motor vehicles, using handtools: Examines rejected clock for defects, such as scratched or broken
lens, damaged backplate, and bent or missing hands. Removes and replaces defective parts, using
handtools, such as punch, tweezers, staking tool, and screwdriver. Places repaired clock in tray
for retiming. Records quantity and type of clocks repaired.
GOE: 06.04.34 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 3 DLU: 77
715.584-018 STONER, HAND (clock & watch)
- Stones (polishes) watch parts, such as winding wheels
and clicks (pawls), to specified thickness, using blocking equipment and polishing stone: Adjusts
stops on block corners to specified height indicated by gauge, using screwdriver. Brushes block
surface with vaseline to hold wheels or clicks in place. Fits wheels or clicks over protruding pins
of block, using tweezers. Places block, face down, on stone. Fits projecting pin of handle in
block recess and rubs block against stone with circular motion until touch indicates parts are
stoned to size. Verifies thickness of part, using loupe and indicator gauge.
GOE: 06.02.24 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 3 DLU: 77
715.660-010 SET-UP WORKER (clock & watch)
- Sets up and adjusts staking machines used to assemble
clock and watch parts according to blueprints and operation sheets: Confers with department
supervisor and reviews operation sheets to determine parts or assemblies to be processed,
assembly specifications, and instructions for machine setup. Bolts or screws specified dies into
beds of machines according to blueprints, using handtools. Operates machines to press or rivet
parts together to form sample assemblies. Examines and measures sample assemblies for
adherence to surface and dimensional specifications, using gauges such as micrometers and
calipers, and confers with quality control personnel to gain approval of sample for production.
Demonstrates operation of machines to production workers and examines work to detect
production defects. Oils and cleans machines, using oilcans and cloths.
GOE: 06.01.02 STRENGTH: L GED: R3 M2 L3 SVP: 5 DLU: 77
715.681-010 TIMING ADJUSTER (clock & watch) alternate titles: poiser, balance
- Alters weight of watch balance wheels to correct timing
of movement, using jeweler's tools and loupe: Receives movement from INSPECTOR, TIMING
(clock & watch) with indication of rate of gain or loss in time. Replaces balance wheel screw
with one of heavier weight or adds washer of specified weight when movement is fast, using
screwdriver. Repeats operation on opposite side of balance wheel to maintain $T3poise.$T1
Replaces balance wheel or files angle of screw point to reduced weight, using hand file. Repeats
operation on opposite side of wheel to maintain poise. Observes minute parts, using loupe.
GOE: 06.02.24 STRENGTH: L GED: R3 M2 L2 SVP: 6 DLU: 77
715.682-010 BARREL FINISHER (clock & watch)
- Operates lathe to turn watch gear blanks (barrels) to size
preparatory to milling. Positions barrels into chuck of lathe. Starts lathe and holds tool against
material. Gauges finished barrels, using measuring device.
GOE: 06.02.02 STRENGTH: S GED: R2 M1 L2 SVP: 3 DLU: 77
715.682-014 COUNTERSINKER (clock & watch)
- Operates vertical- or horizontal-drill press to countersink
drilled holes in watch parts: Places part in bed or chuck of press. Aligns countersinking bit and
hole, using loupe, and advances bit manually to automatic stop device. Removes part from press
and measures depth of countersink, using precision dial gauge. May countersink screw holes
around periphery of balance wheels and be designated Countersinker, Balance Screw Hole (clock
& watch).
GOE: 06.02.02 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M2 L1 SVP: 3 DLU: 77
715.682-018 POLISHER (clock & watch)
- Operates lathe and rag wheel polisher to smooth and
polish edges of watch plates and bridges: Selects basswood $T3lap I$T1 of specified size to
polish recessed or curved surfaces and mounts lap in lathe. Holds bar of abrasive against rotating
surface to charge lap. Manipulates bridge or plate against lap to smooth corners and edges.
Strings cut parts on wire and pushes parts against revolving edge of rag wheel to polish parts to
specified finish. Washes polished parts in benzine to remove cutting and polishing compound.
Holds and turns wooden lap against lathe to dress lap.
GOE: 06.02.02 STRENGTH: L GED: R3 M2 L2 SVP: 5 DLU: 77
715.682-022 TAPPER, BALANCE-WHEEL SCREW HOLE (clock & watch)
- Operates powered horizontal tapping machine to cut
internal threads in screw holes around periphery of watch balance wheel: Places center hole of
balance wheel over protruding pin of machine chuck. Turns wheel to align hole with tap and
presses handle to starts tap forward into hole. Verifies size of holes, using precision plug gauge.
Replaces worn taps.
GOE: 06.02.02 STRENGTH: L GED: R3 M2 L2 SVP: 3 DLU: 77
715.682-026 TOOTH POLISHER (clock & watch)
- Operates bench-polishing machine to remove scratches
and burrs and to impart polished finish to watch pinion teeth: Positions pinion in machine holder,
using tweezers. Depresses pedal to engage lapping wheel and holds abrasive and polishing
compound against rotating wheel to dress wheel. Presses machine lever to lower and hold
lapping wheel against pinion to remove defects and polish pinion teeth. Releases pedal to stop
machine after prescribed period and raises lever to gain access to polished pinion. Depresses
pedal of hot air device to melt polishing compound adhered to pinion and to blow pinion into
container. Mounts pinion in holding calipers and cleans pinion, using electric brush and cleaning
compound. Examines and measures cleaned pinions to verify specified finish and dimensional
specifications, using loupe and precision gauges.
GOE: 06.02.02 STRENGTH: L GED: R3 M2 L2 SVP: 5 DLU: 77
715.684-010 ADJUSTER, ALARM MECHANISM (clock & watch)
- Adjusts alarm mechanism and lubricates moving parts of
electric alarm clock assemblies, using handtools: Clamps lead wires of clock motors to current
outlet. Bends alarm striker, turns alarm indicators to specified setting, and pulls and turns set
shafts to adjust and set alarm, using tweezers, pliers, and knife. Observes mechanism in operation
to verify freedom of moving parts. Lubricates moving parts, using brush and lubricant. Places
acceptable assemblies on conveyor for further processing and places defective assemblies in tray
for repair. Tallies number of mechanisms adjusted, using counter, and records production.
GOE: 06.04.34 STRENGTH: S GED: R2 M1 L2 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
715.684-014 ASSEMBLER, MOVEMENT (clock & watch)
- Assembles watch, clock, and appliance timer movements,
using handtools and power tools: Positions front plate assembly in holding fixture. Positions
setting and winding mechanisms on front plate and positions escapement, pallet, and train pivot
in pivot holes of front plate, using tweezers and loupe. Positions backplate over pillars and aligns
pivots of parts with pivot holes in backplate. Fastens backplate to movement, using pneumatic
screwdriver. Attaches alarm components to alarm clock movements, installs motors in electric
clocks, and assembles motors and appliance timers, using handtools and pneumatic screwdriver.
Records quantity of movements assembled.
GOE: 06.04.23 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 3 DLU: 77
715.684-018 BALANCE TRUER (clock & watch)
- Tests and adjusts watch balance wheels to ensure that rim
is concentric with staff axis: Mounts balance wheel and staff on test stand or between jaws of
$T3truing II$T1 calipers, using tweezers, and twirls wheel by hand. Determines that dial gauge
readings are within acceptable limits as rim of revolving wheel brushes against gauge arm on test
stand, or determines no clearance variation between rim of wheel and caliper index pointer
placed above rim, using loupe. Bends rim to eliminate distortions, using tweezers or rim wrench.
GOE: 06.01.04 STRENGTH: L GED: R3 M2 L2 SVP: 4 DLU: 77
715.684-022 BALANCE-BRIDGE ASSEMBLER (clock & watch)
- Attaches balance assembly to balance bridge: Positions
regulator in nest of holding block and places balance bridge over regulator to fit balance bridge
jewel into hole in regulator. Presses bridge into place, using tweezers. Positions balance wheel
and hairspring assembly over bridge, and places hairspring stud into hole in bridge. Tightens
screw to hold stud securely. Oils balance bridge jewel, using oil-filled hypodermic needle.
Observes minute parts, using tweezers and loupe.
GOE: 06.02.23 STRENGTH: L GED: R3 M2 L2 SVP: 3 DLU: 77
715.684-026 BENCH HAND (clock & watch)
- Positions screws in rims of balance wheels and secures
screws in place, using screwdriver.
GOE: 06.04.23 STRENGTH: S GED: R1 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
715.684-030 BEVELER (clock & watch)
- Bevels watch hands to form rounded surface, using ram:
Positions watch hand in nest on bed of die, using tweezers, and starts ram. Blows dirt from die
after each operation, using compressed-air hose.
GOE: 06.02.24 STRENGTH: S GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 3 DLU: 77
715.684-034 BLOCKER (clock & watch) alternate titles: blocker, polishing
- Positions flat pieces, such as clutch levers and escape
wheels, on circular metal blocks or into recesses in blocks preparatory to grinding operation:
Heats block and applies shellac. Places pieces over surface of block, using tweezers. Reheats
block, places sheet of paper on top of block, fits press block directly over circular block, and
applies pressure in screw press to position pieces firmly in shellac. Removes pieces from press,
and inspects parts for proper position prior to grinding process. Blocks parts, such as wheels and
screws, using suction device. Heats, shellacs, and presses loaded blocks to secure parts. May
spread layer of vaseline over block to hold parts.
GOE: 06.02.24 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 4 DLU: 77
715.684-038 BURNISHER, BALANCE WHEEL ARM (clock & watch)
- Burnishes chamfer on watch balance wheel arm, using
burnishing tool and loupe: Fits balance wheel in work plate of jig and tightens jig to hold wheel
in place. Burnishes arm by hand to round and polish edges. Inspects finished wheel, using loupe.
GOE: 06.02.24 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 3 DLU: 77
715.684-042 BURRER (clock & watch) alternate titles: burrer, hand; scraper burrer
- Removes burrs from rims, edges, and recesses of watch
parts, such as pillar plates and barrel bridges, using burring tool. Inspects parts to ensure removal
of burrs, using loupe.
GOE: 06.02.24 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 3 DLU: 77
715.684-046 CANNON-PINION ADJUSTER (clock & watch)
- Attaches and adjusts cannon pinion to arbor of center
wheel, using hand punch: Lubricates arbor, using oil-filled hypodermic needle. Positions cannon
pinion over center wheel arbor and secures pinion onto arbor, using tweezers or hand punch.
Pinches arbor with pliers at specified points to loosen or tighten pinion. Observes minute parts,
using tweezers and loupe.
GOE: 06.04.23 STRENGTH: L GED: R3 M2 L2 SVP: 3 DLU: 77
715.684-050 CAP-JEWEL PLATE ASSEMBLER (clock & watch)
- Attaches cap jewel plate to train and balance bridges:
Places bridge in holding fixture and positions cap jewel plate over bridge, aligning cap jewel
with hole in bridge. Inserts minute screw into hole with tweezers and screws plate to bridge.
Observes minute parts with loupe. May insert screw in hole of balance bridge to facilitate
subsequent fastening of hairspring stud.
GOE: 06.02.23 STRENGTH: L GED: R3 M2 L2 SVP: 3 DLU: 77
715.684-054 CASER (clock & watch)
- Performs any combination of following duties to insert
clock and watch assemblies in cases: Inserts and secures crown and stem into clock and watch
movements, using loupe, tweezers, screwdriver, and other jeweler's tools. Cleans case, using
airhose, and inserts movement into case. Presses revolving plastic cup against crown or rubs
crown against plastic strip to wind movement. Sets watch to specified time prior to testing.
Secures watertight cases, using pliers, or places assembly in device that tightens case
automatically. May remove temporary crown and stem prior to assembly, using handtools. May
measure stem, using gauge, and file stem to specified length. May screw crowns onto stems. May
test waterproof watches in air pressure and water tanks.
GOE: 06.04.23 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L2 SVP: 3 DLU: 77
715.684-058 CLOCK ASSEMBLER (clock & watch)
- Attaches power cords, cases, dials, and hands to electric
clock movements to assemble electric clocks, using handtools: Inserts end of power cord through
opening in clock case and splices wires from motor of clock movement to cord, using plastic
connectors. Fastens case to clock movement, using pneumatic screwdriver. Positions dial over
front plate of movement and attaches hour, minute, and second hands to cannon pinion, using
wrench. Aligns clock hands and alarm indicator and pulls alarm button to test mechanism. Snaps
plastic crystal into case, affixes label to back of case and places assembled clock on conveyor for
further processing.
GOE: 06.04.23 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L2 SVP: 3 DLU: 77
715.684-062 COLLET DRILLER (clock & watch)
- Tends drill press that drills holes in metal collars (collets)
prior to assembly with watch escapement movement. Positions collets on bed of drill press, using
tweezers. Lowers revolving drill to bore and countersink hole in collets.
GOE: 06.02.02 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
715.684-066 COLLETER (clock & watch)
- Attaches inner coil of watch hairspring to collet
preparatory to assembly to balance wheel: Positions collet over arbor of colleting tool, using
tweezers and forces collet into place, using hand punch. Places hairspring over arbor and inserts
end of inner coil into hole in collet, using tweezers and loupe. Inserts tapered brass pin into hole
in collet and pulls pin through hole to secure hairspring against wall of collet, using tweezers and
pliers. Cuts protruding ends of pin with pliers. May examine plane of hairspring and collet to
ensure conformance to specifications.
GOE: 06.04.23 STRENGTH: S GED: R2 M1 L2 SVP: 3 DLU: 77
715.684-070 CROWN ATTACHER (clock & watch)
- Attaches watch crowns to stem: Inserts stems into chuck
of machine and places crown in holding tool. Presses holding tool against revolving stem that
automatically screws on crown. May hold stem with pliers and screw crown onto stem by hand.
GOE: 06.04.23 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L2 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
715.684-074 CROWN-WHEEL ASSEMBLER (clock & watch)
- Attaches watch crown wheel and click (pawl on ratchet
wheel) to barrel bridge, using tweezers and loupe: Places bridge in holding fixture. Positions and
secures crown wheel center (washer) over post in bridge and crown wheel over washer, using
screw, tweezers, and loupe. Positions and secures click in bridge. Inserts click spring into
position. May lubricate friction points of assembly, using oil-filled hypodermic needle.
GOE: 06.02.23 STRENGTH: S GED: R3 M2 L2 SVP: 3 DLU: 77
715.684-078 CRYSTAL CUTTER (clock & watch)
- Grinds improperly fitting watch crystals to specified size
and to remove rough or chipped edges, using abrasive wheel. Brushes crystal with lacquer and
dries crystal under heat lamp to protect surface of crystal. Examines and measures crystals to
ensure conformance to specifications, using loupe, calipers, and micrometer.
GOE: 06.04.30 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M2 L2 SVP: 3 DLU: 77
715.684-082 DIAL-SCREW ASSEMBLER (clock & watch)
- Attaches dial screws to pillar plates preparatory to
securing dial to watch, using screwdriver, tweezers, and loupe: Aligns number of pillar plates in
holding fixture. Inserts and fastens screws to plates.
GOE: 06.04.23 STRENGTH: S GED: R2 M1 L2 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
715.684-086 DIALER (clock & watch)
- Attaches clock or watch dials to movements: Places
movement in holding fixture, and positions hour wheel and one or more dial washers over
cannon pinion, using punch or hand staking tool. Positions dial over movement, and inserts dial
feet into holes in pillar plate or rod. Inserts feeler gauge between dial and plate to facilitate
specified fit, tightens screws to secure dial, and removes gauge. Observes minute parts, using
loupe and handles parts with tweezers. May snap clock dials in place in faceplate grooves. May
attach clock hands, using hand staking tool.
GOE: 06.02.23 STRENGTH: S GED: R3 M2 L2 SVP: 3 DLU: 77
715.684-090 DISASSEMBLER (clock & watch)
- Disassembles defective auto clocks for salvage or reuse
of parts, using watchmakers' tools: Turns screws and nuts and separates parts, such as case, lens,
backplate, hands, and dial, using screwdrivers, pliers, and tweezers. Segregates parts in trays for
reuse. Places scrap parts in tray for salvage. Removes date stamp markings from parts, using
solvent and cloth. Places dented or bent cases and backplates on metal block and straightens or
smooths defective part, using mallet. Records quantity and type of clocks disassembled.
GOE: 06.02.24 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 3 DLU: 77
715.684-094 FINAL INSPECTOR, MOVEMENT ASSEMBLY (clock & watch)
- Inspects completed watch and clock movements and
motors for defects, such as surface blemishes, missing parts, and misalignment of parts, using
loupe, watchmaker's tools, and gauges: Winds and activates movements to verify prescribed
wheel motion. Examines movements and motors for defects, such as misalignment of parts,
missing parts, cracked or broken parts, and deficient oil content on jewels. Replaces or tightens
missing screws, using screwdriver; removes scratches on parts, using buffing stick; and oils
jewels, using hypodermic syringe. May test performance of motors used in electric clocks and
timers, using voltmeter and ammeter and be designated Motor Checker (clock & watch). May be
designated according to type of movement inspected as Final Inspector, Balance Wheel (clock &
watch).
GOE: 06.01.05 STRENGTH: S GED: R3 M2 L2 SVP: 4 DLU: 77
715.684-098 FINER (clock & watch)
- Attaches balance wheel and hairspring assembly to watch
or clock movement, using handtools: Positions balance wheel and hairspring assembly between
balance stud and balance screw of watch or clock movement assembly, using tweezers. Tightens
balance screw to secure balance wheel and hairspring assembly to movement, using wrench.
Inserts end of hairspring through eye (slot) of regulator and into hole of hairspring stud, and
inserts hairspring wedge into hole of hairspring stud to secure end of spring to stud, using
tweezers. Engages $T3impulse pin$T1 to pallet to activate movement, using tweezers. Oils
specified parts of watch or clock assembly, using oil-filled hypodermic needle.
GOE: 06.04.23 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M2 L2 SVP: 3 DLU: 77
715.684-102 HAIRSPRING ADJUSTER (clock & watch)
- Inspects and adjusts watch hairsprings after assembly to
$T3pillar plate$T1 for conformance to mechanical specifications, using loupe, holding device,
and tweezers: Mounts assembly in holding device. Examines outer coil to verify that coil is
centered between regulator pins, and that positioning of $T3overcoil$T1 is within acceptable
limits, using loupe. Pinches segment of coil to position and level coil, using tweezers. Spins
balance wheel to verify that all coils of spring are within same plane and concentric with collet
when oscillating. Adjusts coils to correct discrepancies, using tweezers.
GOE: 06.01.04 STRENGTH: L GED: R3 M1 L2 SVP: 4 DLU: 77
715.684-106 HAND FILER, BALANCE WHEEL (clock & watch)
- Removes excess metal from inside rim of balance wheel,
using radius file: Positions wheel in slot of work jig filing plate. Files excess metal between arm
and inside rim of wheel to obtain specified balance of wheel, using file and loupe. Inspects
wheels to ensure conformance to specifications. Shapes files on emery wheel.
GOE: 06.02.24 STRENGTH: S GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 3 DLU: 77
715.684-110 HANDS ASSEMBLER (clock & watch)
- Attaches hands to faces of clocks and watches: Places
movement in holding fixture of hand staking tool. Positions hour hand on hour wheel and forces
hand over arbor to secure friction tight fit, using staking punch. Positions minute hand over
cannon pinion of minute wheel and secures fit, using staking punch. Aligns hour hand with
specified hour marking, and minute hand with numeral twelve. Bends tips of hands with tweezers
to conform to curvature of dial. Presses second hand over fourth wheel arbor and secures fit.
Winds watch and observes movement of hands to determine specified clearance between hands,
dial, and crystal. Observes and handles minute parts, using loupe and tweezers.
GOE: 06.04.23 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M2 L2 SVP: 3 DLU: 77
715.684-114 INSPECTOR, BARREL ASSEMBLY (clock & watch)
- Inspects and adjusts mainspring barrel assembly, utilizing
either of following methods: (1) Grasps barrel arbor with pliers and locks arbor by means of
adjustable ring on plier arms. Holds barrel and turns arbor to wind mainspring. Allows pliers to
hang freely to observe spinning motion as result of spring unwinding, indicating faulty assembly.
Separates faulty assemblies and places rejected assemblies by type of reject in containers for
repair. (2) Winds spring to determine if arbor hook is secured in hole of center coil, using hand
winding device. Tests endshake (vertical play) of barrel, using tweezers. Separates faulty barrel
assemblies.
GOE: 06.01.05 STRENGTH: S GED: R3 M2 L2 SVP: 6 DLU: 77
715.684-118 INSPECTOR, HAIRSPRING TRUING (clock & watch)
- Examines assembled watch hairsprings to determine if
spring is in same plane and concentric with collet, and that space between collet and first inner
spring is within acceptable limits, using loupe. Separates faulty assemblies for adjustment by
HAIRSPRING TRUER (clock & watch).
GOE: 06.03.02 STRENGTH: S GED: R3 M2 L2 SVP: 4 DLU: 77
715.684-122 INSPECTOR, HAIRSPRING II (clock & watch)
- Examines unassembled hairsprings for flatness and
concentricity, using tweezers and loupe: Stretches spring to ensure specified plane and spacing
between coils, using tweezers. Examines spring to detect defects, such as blemishes and bent or
short tongues, using loupe. Segregates standard and defective springs in boxes for salvage,
storage, and shipping. Records inspection data for identification purposes.
GOE: 06.01.05 STRENGTH: S GED: R2 M1 L2 SVP: 3 DLU: 77
715.684-126 INSPECTOR, WHEEL AND PINION (clock & watch)
- Inspects and adjusts assembled watch wheels and pinions
for surface and mechanical defects, using tweezers, gauges, and loupe: Examines wheels for
levelness, using gauges, and adjusts wheels to correct discrepancies [STRAIGHTENER, HAND
(any industry)]. Tests and adjusts endshake (vertical movement) of wheels, using loupe and
tweezers. Mounts wheels in gauge and observes gauge readings to verify that wheels and pinions
are concentric with staff. Places straightedge on flat surface of wheels and turns wheels,
observing wheels to detect passage of light, to test wheels for flatness. Examines wheels to detect
scratches and broken teeth, using loupe. Segregates faulty and acceptable assemblies.
GOE: 06.01.05 STRENGTH: S GED: R3 M2 L2 SVP: 4 DLU: 77
715.684-130 JEWEL INSERTER (clock & watch)
- Inserts jewels in jewel settings: Squirts oil over settings
on sheet of paper. Moistens tip of wooden peg with oil, picks up individual jewel, and positions
jewel in setting, using peg. Presses jewel into setting, using staking tool. Inspects specified
number of completed settings to ensure proper seating of jewels, using loupe.
GOE: 06.04.23 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M2 L2 SVP: 3 DLU: 77
715.684-134 JEWEL STAKER (clock & watch)
- Presses jewels to watch bridges and plates, using staking
tool: Positions part in nest of tool, using tweezers and loupe. Presses identifying mark or part on
bridge or plate, using hand-operated punch. May press jeweled or metal markers onto dial for use
as numerals, using adhesive-tipped stick.
GOE: 06.04.23 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M2 L2 SVP: 3 DLU: 77
715.684-138 LACQUERER (clock & watch)
- Covers watch dials with lacquer to protect dials
preparatory to polishing or plating numerals, or preparatory to final assembling. Dries lacquer in
heated cabinets.
GOE: 06.04.33 STRENGTH: S GED: R1 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
715.684-142 MECHANISM ASSEMBLER (clock & watch)
- Assembles parts of watch winding and setting mechanism
to $T3pillar plate:$T1 Positions clutch lever, clutch-lever spring, setting wheel, and minute
wheel on plate, using loupe and tweezers. Places yoke over parts, and secures yoke with screws.
May oil clutch and winding pinion, using oil-filled hypodermic.
GOE: 06.04.23 STRENGTH: S GED: R2 M1 L2 SVP: 3 DLU: 77
715.684-146 OILER (clock & watch)
- Oils watch parts, such as jeweled bearings, on center,
third, fourth, and escape wheels, using oil-filled hypodermic needle or automatic oil dispenser.
Observes minute parts, using loupe to determine specified amount of oil applied. May oil
industrial motor assemblies.
GOE: 06.04.33 STRENGTH: S GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
715.684-150 OVERCOILER (clock & watch)
- Raises and bends outer coil of watch hairsprings to ensure
$T3overcoiling:$T1 Positions balance assembly in holding fixture, using tweezers. Threads stud
end of spring through fixture and clamps end securely. Adjusts series of levers to raise outer coil
specified distance above plane of spring and straighten raised portion parallel with plane of
spring. Pinches and bends outer coil to obtain concentric position with inner coils and to ensure
overcoiling, using loupe and tweezers.
GOE: 06.04.23 STRENGTH: S GED: R2 M1 L2 SVP: 3 DLU: 77
715.684-154 PALLET ASSEMBLER (clock & watch)
- Attaches pallet assembly to $T3pillar plate:$T1 Places
pallet arbor into hole in jewel of pillar plate. Places pallet bridge over pallet, aligns hole in jewel
with pallet staff, and secures bridge to form assembly, using tweezers, loupe, and screwdriver.
Moves pallet up and down, using tweezers, to test and adjust endshake (vertical movement) and
estimates movement within acceptable limits. May disassemble pallet and bridge and move pallet
bridge jewel to adjust endshake, using hand-operated press.
GOE: 06.04.23 STRENGTH: S GED: R2 M1 L2 SVP: 3 DLU: 77
715.684-158 PALLET RECTIFIER (clock & watch)
- Adjusts passing hollow (crescent-shaped notch) and sizes
jewel-hole slots of pallets, using holding fixture and burnishing wheel: Locates pallet over hole
in fixture. Pushes pallet into stop against V-shaped lap to adjust passing hollow. Holds pallet
against carbide burnisher to size jewel slots according to specified width and depth. Turns fixture
during burnishing to round walls of jewel slot.
GOE: 06.02.24 STRENGTH: S GED: R2 M2 L2 SVP: 4 DLU: 77
715.684-162 PEARLER (clock & watch)
- Cuts cone-shaped notch in face of watch dial for use as
numerals: Positions dial on bed of press, aligns second and center holes with pins in press. Raises
bed of press to bring dial in contact with diamond-cutting tool that automatically cuts
cone-shaped notch.
GOE: 06.02.24 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
715.684-166 PIN INSERTER, REGULATOR (clock & watch)
- Secures regulator pin in regulator, using jeweler's tools.
Positions regulator in holding fixture and places pin in hole of regulator, using tweezers and
loupe. Taps pin with hammer and cuts off protruding excess of pin, using pliers. Secures fit of
pin, using staking tool.
GOE: 06.04.23 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L2 SVP: 3 DLU: 77
715.684-170 POLISHER, DIAL (clock & watch)
- Polishes watch dial blanks, using abrasive belt or wheel:
Holds blanks against rotating belt or wheel to buff dials, using jeweler's rouge. May rub dial over
hone to impart distinctive mat finish to dial and be designated Watch-Dial Stoner (clock &
watch). May polish raised numerals on watch dials and be designated Polisher, Numeral (clock &
watch).
GOE: 06.02.24 STRENGTH: S GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 3 DLU: 77
715.684-174 PUT-IN-BEAT ADJUSTER (clock & watch)
- Aligns hairspring stud with center of roller and roller
jewel with line of center on $T3escape wheel$T1 pallet to ensure $T3in-beat$T1 of watch
movement: Positions balance wheel assembly in fixture of tool, using tweezers, and engages
crescent of roller with lever to prevent balance wheel from turning. Engages slot in hairspring
collet, using plunger, and turns collet and attached hairspring until stud on outer coil of
hairspring is aligned with indicator on balance wheel. Observes minute parts, using loupe.
GOE: 06.02.23 STRENGTH: S GED: R3 M2 L2 SVP: 3 DLU: 77
715.684-178 SET-STAFF FITTER (clock & watch)
- Installs wheel and sleeve assembly in clocks preparatory
to inserting hour hand: Places wheel and sleeve assembly over center staff protruding through
front frame and meshes assembly with dial wheel pinion. Places time and alarm train onto staff
and inserts staff through hole in clock frame. Places clock frame in jig of press that secures
assemblies by means of washer and collet.
GOE: 06.04.23 STRENGTH: S GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
715.684-182 STAKER (clock & watch) alternate titles: staking-machine operator;
staking-press operator
- Presses or rivets parts together for use in assembly of
watches, clocks, timers, and industrial motors, using staking machine or hand staking tools:
Positions parts in specific relationship to each other in recess of die (bed) or fits part in punch of
machine, using tweezers and loupe. Activates machine to lower punch that presses or rivets parts
together. Places assembled parts on conveyor, in tray, or on table for further processing. May be
designated according to parts assembled as Balance-Staff Staker (clock & watch); Hairspring
Staker (clock & watch); Pin Inserter (clock & watch); Pinion Staker (clock & watch); Roller
Staker (clock & watch).
GOE: 06.04.23 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M2 L2 SVP: 3 DLU: 77
715.684-186 STUDDER, HAIRSPRING (clock & watch)
- Attaches stud to watch hairspring preparatory to assembly
to balance bridge, using studding fixture, loupe, and watchmaker's tools: Positions stud in recess
of studding fixture, using tweezers, and broaches hole in stud, using handtool. Inserts end of
outer hairspring coil into hole, and forces tapered brass pin through hole to wedge spring in
place, using loupe and watchmaker's tools. Cuts off protruding ends of pin, using pliers.
GOE: 06.04.23 STRENGTH: S GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 3 DLU: 77
715.684-190 TRANSFERRER (clock & watch) alternate titles: watch-dial printer
- Prints numerals, minute and second tracks, and company
name onto timepiece dials, using printing equipment: Positions holding fixture and gelatinous
head in printer. Places engraved metal plate in holding fixture and spreads ink over plate.
Removes excess ink, using spatula. Lowers gelatinous head of transfer printer onto plate to
transfer design from plate to head. Moves watch dial into position and lowers gelatinous head to
print design on dial. Applies lacquer to specific parts of dial to protect them during brushing
operations.
GOE: 06.01.04 STRENGTH: L GED: R3 M1 L1 SVP: 3 DLU: 77
715.684-194 TRUER, PINION AND WHEEL (clock & watch)
- Inspects and adjusts electric-clock wheel parts to correct
$T3truing II$T1 of pinion and wheel assemblies, using comparator, loupe, and truing tools:
Places part in rotating jig of comparator and projects part onto calibrated screen to determine
degree of truing defect [COMPARATOR OPERATOR (any industry) 699.384-010] or examines
part to determine defect, using loupe. Bends parts manually to correct truing defect or forces
truing tool against rotating part to correct defect.
GOE: 06.01.04 STRENGTH: S GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 3 DLU: 77
715.685-010 COLLET GLUER (clock & watch)
- Applies glue to hairspring and balance wheel assembly of
auto clocks and tends oven that dries glue to secure parts together: Places hairspring and balance
wheel assembly in slots of die, using tweezers. Applies glue to inner coil of hairspring to join
hairspring to balance staff collet, using glue dispenser. Sets time and temperature controls on
bench-mounted oven and places tray of dies containing balance and hairspring assemblies in
oven. Pulls trays from oven subsequent to curing of glue and stacks trays on rack for cooling.
Pulls hairspring and balance wheel assemblies from dies and places assemblies in tray for further
processing.
GOE: 06.04.24 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
715.685-014 CUTTER, V-GROOVE (clock & watch) alternate titles: groove
turner
- Tends lathe that cuts decorative V-shaped circular groove
in faces of heattreated watch wheels. Depresses pedal to open chuck, inserts wheel, and releases
pedal to secure wheel in chuck. Brushes lubricant on cutter and turns wheel to advance cutter into
rotating watch wheel to cut groove.
GOE: 06.04.02 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 3 DLU: 77
715.685-018 DEBURRER, MACHINE (clock & watch)
- Tends bench lathe that removes burrs and polishes watch
parts, such as pinions and wheels: Inserts part in chuck of lathe, using loupe and tweezers.
Positions deburring tool on tool rest, starts lathe, and moves tool against part to smooth surface.
GOE: 06.04.02 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 3 DLU: 77
715.685-022 DRILLER AND BROACHER (clock & watch)
- Tends vertical drill that bores and broaches pinholes in
watch regulators: Positions regulator in drilling jig, using tweezers, and closes jig. Places jig on
table beneath drill, aligns bushing guide holes of jig with drill, using loupe, and depresses drill to
bore holes in regulator. Removes drilled regulator from jig, positions and aligns holes under
tapered broach (boring tool), and pulls handle to automatic stop to shape and enlarge holes.
GOE: 06.02.02 STRENGTH: L GED: R3 M2 L2 SVP: 5 DLU: 77
715.685-026 END POLISHER (clock & watch) alternate titles: pivot-end polisher
- Tends polishing machine that smooths and imparts
specified finish to pivot (staff) ends of pinions and arbors: Pulls spindle handle to insert and
position pinion in holder of workpiece. Depresses pedal to start felt-wheel lap rotating across
pivot end to polish ends. Charges wheel with lime stick as needed. Inspects ends to detect
defects, such as burrs and rough surfaces, using loupe. Performs minor adjustments to machine.
GOE: 06.02.02 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M2 L2 SVP: 4 DLU: 77
715.685-030 GRINDER II (clock & watch)
- Tends jigging machines that grind pivots of watch parts
to specified lengths: Pulls spindle handle to open spindle, inserts pinion with tweezers, and
releases handle to force pinion into place in chuck. Depresses pedal to start rotating grinding
wheel across end of pivot to grind pivot to specified size. Measures pinions to ensure specified
lengths, using loupe and precision upright gauge.
GOE: 06.04.02 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 3 DLU: 77
715.685-034 INSPECTOR, TIMING (clock & watch) alternate titles: reliability
inspector; timer; timing-machine operator
- Tends electric timer that verifies timing $T3beat$T1 of
clock, watch, and timer movements and adjusts movements to correct timing defects, using
watchmaker's tools and loupe: Sets up timing device for specified type movement. Positions
movement in holding fixture and connects movement to timing device. Activates timing device
that automatically compares timing beat of test movement with standard and records
discrepancies on tape. Adjusts movements to attain accurate beat or routes movement to
TIMING ADJUSTER (clock & watch) 715.681-010. Records timing beat defects. Places
acceptable movements in tray for assembly.
GOE: 06.01.05 STRENGTH: L GED: R3 M2 L2 SVP: 5 DLU: 77
715.685-038 MAINSPRING WINDER AND OILER (clock & watch) alternate titles:
mainspring-winding-machine operator
- Tends semiautomatic mainspring-winding machine that
winds mainspring into shell (barrel) and lubricates bearing surfaces: Opens chuck, inserts arbor,
and fits spring assembly over arbor. Depresses pedal that allows winding and oiling mechanism
to wind spring around arbor, and oil spring. Places barrel over spring by hand and removes
assembly from chuck. May wind mainspring, using hand-operated spring-winding tool. May
reverse mainspring to coil spring in direction used in watch and be designated
Mainspring-Reverse Winder (clock & watch).
GOE: 06.04.02 STRENGTH: S GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
715.685-042 PINION POLISHER (clock & watch)
- Tends lathe that polishes leaves, pivots, or staffs of clock
pinions: Clamps part in chuck of lathe. Starts lathe and swings tool rest into position. Forces slip
of bell metal against rotating part to smooth surface. Repeats process, polishing part with slip of
oilstone and buffing part with rouge to produce smooth, even surface. Examines part for surface
defects, using loupe and tweezers. May be designated according to part polished as Pivot
Polisher (clock & watch).
GOE: 06.04.02 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 3 DLU: 77
715.685-046 POLISHER, BALANCE SCREWHEAD (clock & watch) alternate titles:
screwhead polisher
- Tends semiautomatic turning lathe that bevels and
polishes balance wheel screwheads: Places screw, using tweezers, into threaded chuck and
depresses pedal to turn screw firmly into chuck. Turns, bevels, and polishes screwhead by
manually feeding diamond tool against rotating head until automatic stop is reached. Depresses
pedal to reverse direction of rotating chuck and to remove finished screw. Observes parts, using
loupe and tweezers.
GOE: 06.04.02 STRENGTH: S GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 3 DLU: 77
715.685-050 PRESS OPERATOR, PIERCE AND SHAVE (clock & watch)
- Tends automatic press that pierces holes and shaves
corners and holes of watch parts: Cleans work plate of press, using airhose. Positions part in
recessed nest or over protruding pins of work plate. Presses button to activate press that
automatically pierces and shaves part. Removes finished part from press and measures
dimensions of hole, using plug gauge.
GOE: 06.04.02 STRENGTH: S GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
715.685-054 PROFILER, HAND (clock & watch)
- Tends profiling machine that cuts grooves and recesses in
watch parts: Clamps part in chuck. Moves forward and lateral guide handles simultaneously to
press model against guide point as cutting progresses. Measures profiled dimensions, using
precision indicator gauge and loupe.
GOE: 06.02.02 STRENGTH: L GED: R3 M2 L2 SVP: 4 DLU: 77
715.685-058 SOLDERER (clock & watch)
- Tends machine that solders holding feet (used to secure
dial to watch movement) to back of watch dials: Places dial on asbestos holding fixture.
Positions soldering rings over specified points on dial and positions dial foot in each ring, using
tweezers. Lowers weights onto holding feet to secure feet in fixture. Starts machine that
automatically moves lighted gas torch into position to solder feet to blank.
GOE: 06.04.02 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
715.685-062 TAPPER II (clock & watch)
- Tends tapping machine that cuts internal threads in
watch-setting levers: Places levers in holding fixture of machine and aligns hole in lever under
tap. Starts machine that lowers tap into holes to cut threads. Verifies size of hole, using plug and
thread gauges. Removes burrs from tapped hole, using powered burr cutter.
GOE: 06.04.02 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 3 DLU: 77
715.685-066 TORQUE TESTER (clock & watch) alternate titles: mainspring-torque
tester
- Tends torque-testing machine that measures strength of
watch mainsprings: Positions barrel in testing holder. Moves controls and reads scale indicating
strength of coiled spring. Segregates assemblies into trays according to strength measurements.
GOE: 06.03.02 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L2 SVP: 3 DLU: 77
715.685-070 TUBING-MACHINE TENDER (clock & watch)
- Tends bench-mounted punch press that forms pivot holes
in watch hour-hand tubes. Positions hand in nest on bed of press, using tweezers. Activates press
that automatically forms hole in hour hand for insertion of pivot.
GOE: 06.04.24 STRENGTH: S GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 3 DLU: 77
715.686-010 DESTATICIZER FEEDER (clock & watch)
- Feeds auto clock lenses into machine that coats lenses
with anti-electrostatic solution: Wipes dust from lenses, using cloth, and examines lenses for
imperfections. Discards defective lenses. Presses lenses in clamps of circular conveyor that
carries lenses through spray booth for application of solution that dissipates electrostatic charges
and prevents further accumulation of charges on lenses. Presses buttons to start and stop
conveyor and to activate sprayer. Removes lenses from clamps subsequent to spraying and places
lenses in box.
GOE: 06.04.21 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
715.686-014 MACHINE FEEDER (clock & watch)
- Feeds jeweled settings, right-side-up, into hoppers of
automatic machines in clock and watch manufacturing plant, using tweezers.
GOE: 06.04.09 STRENGTH: L GED: R1 M1 L1 SVP: 1 DLU: 77
715.687-010 BAND ATTACHER (clock & watch)
- Attaches wrist bands to watches, using handtools:
Removes holding pins from case, using handtool, and inserts pins into holes in band. Reattaches
pins in case to secure band. Threads band through hole in women's watchcases, and crimps metal
cord ring around band to secure band.
GOE: 06.04.23 STRENGTH: S GED: R1 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
715.687-014 BARREL-CAP SETTER (clock & watch)
- Attaches cap (cover) to mainspring barrel assembly,
using handtools: Places barrel assemblies in nests of special holder. Positions caps on assemblies,
using tweezers, and presses caps firmly in place, using cap press (handtool). Oils assembly, using
fountain oiler or oil-filled hypodermic syringe.
GOE: 06.04.23 STRENGTH: S GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 3 DLU: 77
715.687-018 CRYSTAL ATTACHER (clock & watch)
- Inserts watch crystals into bezels (grooved holding rings)
by hand.
GOE: 06.04.23 STRENGTH: S GED: R1 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
715.687-022 DIAL BRUSHER (clock & watch) alternate titles: scratch brusher
- Cleans and polishes timepiece dials or dial blanks, using
power brushing wheel or handbrush: Applies abrasive powder to dials. Holds dials against
rotating brush or manipulates brush over dials to clean and polish dials. Examines surface of
dials subsequent to cleaning and polishing to verify specified cleanliness and finish, using loupe.
Rinses dials in water or alcohol and dries dials in heated centrifuge.
GOE: 06.04.33 STRENGTH: S GED: R1 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
715.687-026 DIPPER, CLOCK AND WATCH HANDS (clock & watch)
- Dips watch and clock hands, mounted on board, into
lacquer to cover perforations in hands preparatory to painting with radioactive paint. Skims off
film of thickened lacquer from surface of tank before repeating process, using spatula.
GOE: 06.04.33 STRENGTH: S GED: R1 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
715.687-030 FOOT STRAIGHTENER (clock & watch)
- Straightens timepiece dial holding feet, using holding
device and gauge: Positions dial in holding device, aligning feet with holes in fixture of device.
Closes collet of device that squeezes and straightens feet. Places dial in gauge that duplicates
watch movement to determine that feet are straight and properly positioned and that center and
second holes are correctly placed.
GOE: 06.02.24 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
715.687-034 GAUGER (clock & watch)
- Measures height of pinions on wheel to ensure
conformance to specifications, using gauge: Adjusts pointer of dial gauge to zero mark according
to standard pinion on gauge block. Places test wheel and pinion in nest of gauge block, using
tweezers, and reads gauge to determine height of pinion. Separates pinions according to grade.
GOE: 06.01.05 STRENGTH: L GED: R3 M2 L2 SVP: 4 DLU: 77
715.687-038 HAIRSPRING CUTTER I (clock & watch)
- Cuts off end of inner coil of watch hairspring to provide
sufficient clearance for spring to slip over collet, using tweezers, hand clippers, and loupe. Places
spring over gauge to determine if fit is correct.
GOE: 06.02.24 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
715.687-042 HAIRSPRING CUTTER II (clock & watch)
- Cuts individual hairspring wires to specified length, using
hand-operated cutting device: Pulls wire from spool and positions and clamps wire end in cutting
stop. Pulls wire taut and cuts wire to specified length, using pivoted cutting blade.
GOE: 06.02.24 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L2 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
715.687-046 HAMMER ADJUSTER (clock & watch)
- Shapes hammers used to strike bells in alarm clocks,
using holding fixture: Fits ends of hammers into holding fixture. Bends arms to required shape
by hand.
GOE: 06.02.24 STRENGTH: L GED: R1 M1 L1 SVP: 1 DLU: 77
715.687-050 INSPECTOR, BALANCE TRUING (clock & watch)
- Inspects watch balance wheels to verify that rim lies in
single plane and that plane is perpendicular to staff axis, using $T3truing II$T1 caliper, tweezers,
and loupe. Mounts balance wheel and staff between jaws of truing calipers, using tweezers, and
adjusts index pointer above end of balance arm. Turns and examines wheel to verify that space
between index and both arms is identical, using loupe. Adjusts index pointer over rim of wheel
and verifies that width of light slit between rim and index does not vary as wheel is rotated.
Rejects wheels that are not true.
GOE: 06.01.05 STRENGTH: S GED: R3 M2 L2 SVP: 3 DLU: 77
715.687-054 INSPECTOR, BALANCE WHEEL MOTION (clock & watch)
- Examines motion of watch balance wheel to verify that
wheel swings around an arc of at least 180 degrees, using holding fixture and loupe: Winds and
positions watch in holding fixture. Examines swing of wheel utilizing balance arm as point of
reference, to verify that swing is at least 180 degrees of arc, using loupe. Disassembles faulty
balance wheel movements for repair.
GOE: 06.03.02 STRENGTH: S GED: R2 M2 L2 SVP: 3 DLU: 77
715.687-058 INSPECTOR, BALANCE-BRIDGE (clock & watch)
- Examines assembled watch balance bridges to detect
scratches and damaged screws and cap jewels, using loupe and tweezers. Centers regulator, using
tweezers, and verifies that jewel is properly oiled, using loupe. Segregates faulty balance bridges.
GOE: 06.03.02 STRENGTH: S GED: R2 M1 L2 SVP: 3 DLU: 77
715.687-062 INSPECTOR, CASING (clock & watch)
- Inspects assembled watches, clocks, and appliance timers
for conformance to company standards: Scans assemblies to detect defects, such as surface
blemishes, broken or scratched crystals, faulty plating, tightness of case, and presence of foreign
matter. Turns crown and set buttons on assemblies to determine ease of setting and winding.
Compares accuracy of watches and clocks with master clock to determine conformance to
specified tolerances. Marks type of defects found on assemblies, using pencil or crayon, and
places defective assemblies in containers for repair.
GOE: 06.03.02 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M2 L2 SVP: 3 DLU: 77
715.687-066 INSPECTOR, DIALS (clock & watch) alternate titles: hands-and-dial
inspector
- Examines clock and watch dials for surface and
mechanical defects, using loupe, gauges, and pick: Examines dials for surface defects, such as
scratches, finger marks, double lines in printing of numerals, and defective lacquer coating, using
loupe. Turns movement, dial side down, to determine if watch hands slip. Inspects hands to
determine if they are aligned with numerals, are specified distances apart, and that they do not
touch dial or crystal, using gauges. Moves second hand to ascertain if hand slips on arbor, using
pick. Inspects dials for centering of center and second holes, using gauges. May bake dials in
oven for specified time to harden lacquer coating.
GOE: 06.03.02 STRENGTH: S GED: R3 M2 L3 SVP: 4 DLU: 77
715.687-070 INSPECTOR, SOLDERING (clock & watch)
- Inspects soldered dial feet to verify that solder has melted
evenly and that feet are held securely. Tests positioning of feet, using go-not-go gauge. May mix
flux for use in soldering dial feet.
GOE: 06.03.02 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L2 SVP: 3 DLU: 77
715.687-074 INSPECTOR, TIMERS (clock & watch)
- Examines appliance timers for surface defects and sets
timers preparatory to testing: Examines timers for defects, such as scratched dials, dents, and
broken or missing parts. Places defective timers in carton for repair. Plugs test light into timer
and turns dial of timer to specified setting. Places timer on vertical rack for testing and connects
timer cord to electrical outlet. Flips switch of timer to verify that test light burns and that timer
functions.
GOE: 06.03.02 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L2 SVP: 3 DLU: 77
715.687-078 MAINSPRING FORMER, ARBOR END (clock & watch)
- Forms arbor end and arbor spiral on watch mainsprings
so arbor end will fit snugly around arbor hole, using hand forming tool. Mounts mainspring and
arbor blanks in forming tool, using tweezers, and moves levers to form specified end and spiral.
GOE: 06.02.24 STRENGTH: S GED: R2 M1 L2 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
715.687-082 MAINSPRING FORMER, BRACE END (clock & watch)
- Bends brace end of watch mainspring to match inside of
mainspring barrel, using hand bending tool. Places brace end against pin in center of tool, using
tweezers. Turns clamp to secure brace end in tool and manipulates tool handle to bend brace end
to specified shape.
GOE: 06.02.24 STRENGTH: S GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
715.687-086 MASKER (clock & watch)
- Brushes lacquer in second track recess of timepiece dial
to prevent removal of finish during polishing and brushes lacquer over trylons (numerical
markings) of dial to prevent trylons from being plated during dial-plating operation.
GOE: 06.04.33 STRENGTH: S GED: R1 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
715.687-090 MOTOR POLARIZER (clock & watch)
- Polarizes motors used in timers and clocks, using
electromagnet: Oils rotor pinion of motor, using oil-soaked cloth. Inserts motor between poles of
electromagnet and activates electromagnet to polarize motor. Places polarized motor on conveyor
for further processing. Tallies each polarized motor, using counting device, and records daily
production.
GOE: 06.04.23 STRENGTH: S GED: R1 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
715.687-094 MOUNTER, CLOCK AND WATCH HANDS (clock & watch)
- Mounts clock and watch hands on board preparatory to
dipping in lacquer: Presses eyelet end of hand onto adhesive material on board with pointed end
extending specified distance over edge of board, using tweezers. Examines mounted hands to
ensure that all hands on board are aligned and parallel.
GOE: 06.04.23 STRENGTH: S GED: R1 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
715.687-098 PAINTER, CLOCK AND WATCH HANDS (clock & watch)
- Brushes short narrow stripes of radioactive paint on
watch and clock hands so that hands will be visible in dark, using artist's brush.
GOE: 06.04.33 STRENGTH: S GED: R1 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
715.687-102 PARTS REMOVER (clock & watch)
- Removes watch parts from metal polishing blocks,
utilizing one of following methods: (1) Heats block on hot plate to melt shellac, and pushes parts
off block, using spatula, or holds block upside down and blows parts off block, using compressed
airhose. (2) Heats and places block upside down on bed of handpress. Lowers ram to force parts
out. (3) Places blocks in caustic solution to dissolve shellac and loosen parts.
GOE: 06.04.34 STRENGTH: L GED: R1 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
715.687-106 RACKER (clock & watch)
- Places electric clocks or electric motors used in clocks
and timers on rack and connects lead wires to current outlets preparatory to testing. Records
quantity racked, identification number, rack number, and date.
GOE: 06.04.34 STRENGTH: L GED: R1 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
715.687-110 REAMER, CENTER HOLE (clock & watch)
- Reams center holes of balance wheels subsequent to
recessing operation to clean holes, using hand reamer and loupe.
GOE: 06.02.24 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
715.687-114 ROTOR ASSEMBLER (clock & watch)
- Assembles rotors used in electric timer motors, using
glue dispenser and die: Places rotor disk in die attached to conveyor. Positions rotor shaft, with
hub attached, through hole of rotor disk. Presses tip of pencil-shaped glue dispenser against hub
of rotor shaft and rotor disk to join parts. Places plastic pinion in die, lifts glued assembly from
die, and presses rotor shaft through hole in pinion to complete rotor assembly. Places completed
assemblies in tray for further processing.
GOE: 06.04.23 STRENGTH: S GED: R2 M1 L2 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
715.687-118 SET-KEY DRIVER (clock & watch)
- Attaches time and alarm setting keys to assembled alarm
clock movement, using press: Places keys into holding fixture of press and positions clock
movement over keys so that ends of staff protrude through keyholes. Starts press that forces
staffs into keys.
GOE: 06.04.23 STRENGTH: L GED: R1 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
715.687-122 SPRING LAYER (clock & watch)
- Straightens, shapes, and forms clock springs, using
holding fixture and pliers. Winds coiled spring around peg or pin of fixture and bends and shapes
spring to specifications, using needle-nosed pliers.
GOE: 06.02.24 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
715.687-126 WASHER (clock & watch)
- Immerses watch parts in series of cleaning and rinsing
solutions to wash parts: Empties parts onto wire screen subsequent to washing and rinsing, and
adds sawdust. Shakes screen causing sawdust to absorb moisture from parts and to drop parts
through screen. Separates parts according to size, or places parts in box, for transfer to next
operation. May dry parts, using electric lamp, centrifugal drier, or tumbling barrel. May weigh
parts on balance scale. May mix cleaning solutions. May dip polishing blocks in caustic and soap
solutions to remove shellac or vaseline and be designated Block Cleaner (clock & watch). May
clean mainspring barrel assemblies, using buff stick dipped in naphtha and be designated
Mainspring-Barrel-Assembly Cleaner (clock & watch).
GOE: 06.04.39 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
715.687-130 WINDER (clock & watch)
- Winds assembled watch movements and adjusts watch
hands to indicate correct time preparatory to testing: Turns crown of movement against soft
plastic sheet or holds crown against revolving plastic cup to wind movement or winds movement
by hand. Rewinds movement after specified period and segregates movements that have gained
or lost time in excess of specified amount.
GOE: 06.03.02 STRENGTH: S GED: R2 M1 L2 SVP: 3 DLU: 77
716 OCCUPATIONS IN FABRICATION AND REPAIR OF ENGINEERING
AND SCIENTIFIC INSTRUMENTS AND EQUIPMENT, N.E.C.
- This group includes occupations concerned with
grinding, polishing, and coating optical lenses, reflectors, filters, and prisms and ophthalmic
eyeglass, sunglass, and contact lenses.
716.130-010 SUPERVISOR (optical goods)
- Supervises and coordinates activities of workers engaged
in fabricating and inspecting eyeglass, contact, and precision optical lenses: Inspects lenses for
defects and adherence to specifications, using devices such as polariscope, magnifying glass,
protractor, and power determining instrument. Trains workers in operation of lens processing
machinery, theory of optics, and lens handling. Keeps records and prepares reports on machine
maintenance, lens breakage and spoilage, inventory and requisition of supplies, and personnel
production and assignments. Sets up, adjusts, and repairs lens generators, polishers, edgers, and
hardeners, using handtools. Performs other duties as described under SUPERVISOR (any
industry) Master Title. May be designated according to type of lens manufactured as Supervisor,
Contact Lens (optical goods); Supervisor, Multifocal Lens (optical goods); Supervisor, Precision
Optical Elements (optical goods); Supervisor, Sunglasses (optical goods); or according to
department as Supervisor, Fusing Room (optical goods); Supervisor, Grinding And Polishing
(optical goods). May be designated: Molding-Room Supervisor (optical goods); Supervisor,
Inspecting (optical goods); Supervisor, Lens Generating (optical goods).
GOE: 06.01.01 STRENGTH: L GED: R4 M3 L4 SVP: 7 DLU: 86
716.280-010 OPTICIAN APPRENTICE (optical goods; retail trade) alternate titles:
ophthalmic-technician apprentice; optical-mechanic apprentice
- Performs duties as described under APPRENTICE (any
industry) Master Title.
GOE: 05.05.11 STRENGTH: L GED: R4 M4 L4 SVP: 8 DLU: 77
716.280-014 OPTICIAN (optical goods; retail trade) alternate titles: optical
mechanic
- Sets up and operates machines to grind eyeglass lenses to
prescription specifications and assembles lenses in frames: Reads lens and frame specifications
from prescription. Selects lens blanks from stock. Sets up and operates machines, such as
generator, polisher, edger, and hardener, to fabricate lenses to specifications. Mounts lenses in
metal, plastic, or rimless frames. Inspects mounted lenses for conformance to specifications
[INSPECTOR, EYEGLASS (optical goods)]. Examines broken lenses to identify original lens
prescription, using power determining and optical centering instruments.
GOE: 05.05.11 STRENGTH: L GED: R4 M4 L4 SVP: 8 DLU: 77
716.280-018 OPTICIAN (optical goods) alternate titles: flat optical element maker;
optical model maker and tester; precision lens technician
- Sets up and operates machine tools to fabricate optical
elements and systems, applying knowledge of layout and machining techniques and procedures,
shop mathematics, and properties of optical and abrasive materials: Studies work order,
blueprints, and sketches to formulate machining plans and sequences. Measures and marks
dimensions and reference points to lay out stock for machining. Selects premixed compounds or
mixes grinding, polishing, and holding compounds according to formula. Mounts workpiece on
holding fixture, using adhesive, friction, or vacuum. Mounts and secures workpiece and tooling
in machines. Operates machines, such as saws, lathes, grinders, milling machines, generators,
polishers, and edgers to fabricate optics, fixtures, tools, and mountings of specified sizes and
shapes. Grinds and polishes optics, using handtools, as required. Measures and tests optics, using
precision measuring and testing instruments. May develop specifications and drawings from
verbal description. May perform experimental work and research to develop new production
methods and procedures applying shop mathematics and knowledge of production techniques.
May train and direct other workers.
GOE: 05.05.11 STRENGTH: L GED: R4 M4 L4 SVP: 8 DLU: 77
716.360-010 SIZER, MACHINE (optical goods)
- Sets up machines to grind and polish edges or surfaces of
lens blanks: Selects specified grinding and polishing tools and secures tools to machine spindles,
using handtools. Turns adjustment screws to set radius of grinding and polishing arm stroke
according to size of lens holding block. Sets time cycle which automatically stops machines on
completion of grinding and polishing process. Tilts and secures generator machine head at
required angle with workpiece according to specified curve and thickness of lens. Installs and
adjusts lens holders and diamond wheel on edging machines according to diameter of lens. May
dress grinding wheel.
GOE: 06.01.02 STRENGTH: L GED: R3 M3 L3 SVP: 7 DLU: 77
716.381-010 INSPECTOR, PRECISION (optical goods) alternate titles: inspector,
optical elements; lens inspector
- Inspects precision optical and ophthalmic lenses at
various stages of production to ensure specified standards have been met, using precision
measuring instruments: Reads prescription and work order to ascertain lens specifications.
Examines lenses for defects, such as pits, scratches, unpolished areas, bubbles, and chips, using
magnifying glass and polarized light. Verifies lens dimensions, such as thickness, size, curve,
and position of bifocal element, using mechanical and fixed measuring instruments, such as
calibrated microscope, micrometer, and test glass. Compares lens to sample to verify specified
color. Mounts lenses on optical centering and power determining instrument, adjusts dials to
focus and center test pattern, and compares power, centering, and axis readings with prescription
to ensure specified standards have been met. Measures properties, such as coating thickness,
angles, curves, and focal length of lens, using electronic, optical, and electromechanical
measuring instruments, such as spectrometer, collimator, goniometer, and facimeters. Marks and
routes defective lenses for rework or salvage. May clean optics to facilitate inspection. May be
designated according to stage in production as Final Inspector (optical goods); In-Process
Inspector (optical goods); or according to type lens inspected as Camera-Lens Inspector (optical
goods); Contact-Lens Inspector (optical goods); Instrument-Lens Inspector (optical goods);
Ophthalmic-Lens Inspector (optical goods); Prism Inspector (optical goods); Reticle Inspector
(optical goods).
GOE: 06.01.05 STRENGTH: S GED: R4 M3 L4 SVP: 7 DLU: 78
716.381-014 LAY-OUT TECHNICIAN (optical goods)
- Locates and marks centers, axes, and terminal points on
ophthalmic lens blanks, draws reference lines, and writes specifications to guide workers who
surface or finish lenses: Reads work order to ascertain lens specifications. Examines lens blank
to ensure freedom from defects and to verify color and size specifications. Positions lens blank to
be surfaced on protractor and marks center, direction of cylinder axis, and position of reading
lens segment. Mounts lens blank to be finished in optical centering and power determining
instrument and adjusts dials to align and focus target. Compares dial readings with work order to
ensure lens blank has been surfaced to meet power and axis specifications. Rejects defective
lenses. Depresses marking device on instrument to mark optical center and horizontal axis of lens
blank. Writes specifications on lens blank to guide lens fabricating workers. May be designated
according to department worked in as Bench-Lay-Out Technician (optical goods);
Surface-Lay-Out Technician (optical goods).
GOE: 06.01.04 STRENGTH: S GED: R3 M3 L3 SVP: 6 DLU: 77
716.382-010 LATHE OPERATOR, CONTACT LENS (optical goods) alternate titles:
contact-lens cutter
- Operates jeweler's lathe to cut inside or outside curvature
in contact lens blanks: Reads prescription to determine lens thickness and dioptric power and
converts specified dioptric power to radius dimensions, using conversion table. Inserts plastic
blank in holding chuck of lathe. Adjusts cutting tool mechanism for specified radius of inside or
outside curvature and depth of cut. Starts lathe and turns crank to advance cutting tool. Observes
gauge and readjusts lathe to prevent excessive cutting. Pulls control arm to move cutting tool
across face of lens. Removes lens from chuck and examines lens for smoothness of cut. Measures
lens to verify compliance with specifications, using thickness gauge and calipers. Tapes finished
lens to work order and places lens in routing box.
GOE: 06.02.08 STRENGTH: L GED: R3 M3 L3 SVP: 5 DLU: 77
716.382-014 OPTICAL-ELEMENT COATER (optical goods)
- Controls vacuum coating equipment to coat optical
elements with chemical or metal film to alter reflective properties of elements: Reads work order
to ascertain thickness of optical element and type coating material specified. Installs heating
filament in coating machine according to type coating applied, using screwdriver. Fills crucible
with coating material and positions crucible under heating filament. Secures optical element in
jig and centers jig in vacuum chamber of machine to ensure uniform coating of optical surface.
Places dome-shaped lid (vacuum bell) over jig or lowers lid equipped with window depending
upon machine used. Starts machine that creates vacuum and releases chemicals or metal to form
coating on optical element by process of sublimation or atomization. Observes changing colors
of element through vacuum bell or through window in lid to determine when element is coated to
specifications, or reads exposure meter to determine coating thickness. Applies an