Median Annual Wage: $37,100
Projected Growth: Decline (-3% or lower)
Related Job Titles: Machine Operator; Mill Operator; CNC Mill Operator (Computerized Numerical Control Mill Operator); CNC Machinist (Computerized Numerical Control Machinist); CNC Machine Operator (Computerized Numerical Control Machine Operator); CNC Mill Set Up Operator (Computerized Numerical Control Mill Set Up Operator); CNC Operator (Computerized Numerical Control Operator); CNC Programmer (Computerized Numerical Control Programmer); CNC Inspector (Computer Numerical Control Inspector); CNC Lathe Operator (Computer Numerical Control Lathe Operator)
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- Observe milling or planing machine operation and adjust controls to ensure conformance with specified tolerances.
- Position and secure workpieces on machines, using holding devices, measuring instruments, hand tools, and hoists.
- Study blueprints, layouts, sketches, or work orders to assess workpiece specifications and to determine tooling instructions, tools and materials needed, and sequences of operations.
- Move controls to set cutting specifications, to position cutting tools and workpieces in relation to each other, and to start machines.
- Compute dimensions, tolerances, and angles of workpieces or machines, according to specifications and knowledge of metal properties and shop mathematics.
- Verify alignment of workpieces on machines, using measuring instruments such as rules, gauges, or calipers.
- Select cutting speeds, feed rates, and depths of cuts, applying knowledge of metal properties and shop mathematics.
- Move cutters or material manually or by turning handwheels, or engage automatic feeding mechanisms to mill workpieces to specifications.
- Replace worn tools, using hand tools, and sharpen dull tools, using bench grinders.
- Select and install cutting tools and other accessories according to specifications, using hand tools or power tools.
- Record production output.
- Turn valves or pull levers to start and regulate the flow of coolant or lubricant to work areas.
- Make templates or cutting tools.
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- Active Listening - Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
- Monitoring - Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.
- Reading Comprehension - Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.
- Critical Thinking - Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
- Speaking - Talking to others to convey information effectively.
- Judgment and Decision Making - Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.
- Quality Control Analysis - Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate quality or performance.
- Complex Problem Solving - Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
- Social Perceptiveness - Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
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