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Multiple Machine Tool Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic - 51-4081.00

O*NET-SOC Description

Set up, operate, or tend more than one type of cutting or forming machine tool or robot.

Sample of Reported Job Titles

  • Die Setter
  • Machine Operator
  • Machine Technician
  • Set-Up Person
  • CNC Operator (Computer Numerically Controlled Operator)
  • CNC Machinist (Computer Numerically Controlled Machinist)
  • Die Repairman
  • Cell Technician
  • CNC Machine Setter (Computer Numerically Controlled Machine Setter)
  • Shear Operator

SOC Occupation Groups

51-0000 Production Occupations
51-4000 Metal Workers and Plastic Workers
51-4080 Multiple Machine Tool Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic
51-4081.00 Multiple Machine Tool Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic

Related Occupations

Tasks

  • Align layout marks with dies or blades.
  • Change worn machine accessories, such as cutting tools and brushes, using hand tools.
  • Compute data such as gear dimensions and machine settings, applying knowledge of shop mathematics.
  • Extract or lift jammed pieces from machines, using fingers, wire hooks, or lift bars.
  • Inspect workpieces for defects, and measure workpieces to determine accuracy of machine operation, using rules, templates, or other measuring instruments.
  • Instruct other workers in machine set-up and operation.
  • Make minor electrical and mechanical repairs and adjustments to machines and notify supervisors when major service is required.
  • Measure and mark reference points and cutting lines on workpieces, using traced templates, compasses, and rules.
  • Move controls or mount gears, cams, or templates in machines to set feed rates and cutting speeds, depths, and angles.
  • Observe machine operation to detect workpiece defects or machine malfunctions, adjusting machines as necessary.
  • Perform minor machine maintenance, such as oiling or cleaning machines, dies, or workpieces, or adding coolant to machine reservoirs.
  • Position, adjust, and secure stock material or workpieces against stops, on arbors, or in chucks, fixtures, or automatic feeding mechanisms, manually or using hoists.
  • Read blueprints or job orders to determine product specifications and tooling instructions and to plan operational sequences.
  • Record operational data such as pressure readings, lengths of strokes, feed rates, and speeds.
  • Remove burrs, sharp edges, rust, or scale from workpieces, using files, hand grinders, wire brushes, or power tools.
  • Select the proper coolants and lubricants and start their flow.
  • Select, install, and adjust alignment of drills, cutters, dies, guides, and holding devices, using templates, measuring instruments, and hand tools.
  • Set machine stops or guides to specified lengths as indicated by scales, rules, or templates.
  • Set up and operate machines, such as lathes, cutters, shears, borers, millers, grinders, presses, drills, and auxiliary machines, to make metallic and plastic workpieces.
  • Start machines and turn handwheels or valves to engage feeding, cooling, and lubricating mechanisms.

Detailed Work Activities

  • adjust production equipment/machinery setup
  • clean equipment or machinery
  • compute production, construction, or installation specifications
  • demonstrate or explain assembly or use of equipment
  • examine products or work to verify conformance to specifications
  • install equipment or attachments on machinery or related structures
  • lay out machining, welding or precision assembly projects
  • load or unload material or workpiece into machinery
  • maintain or repair industrial or related equipment/machinery
  • maintain production or work records
  • measure, weigh, or count products or materials
  • monitor production machinery/equipment operation to detect problems
  • move or fit heavy objects
  • operate hoist, winch, or hydraulic boom
  • operate lathes
  • operate metal or plastic fabricating equipment/machinery
  • perform safety inspections in manufacturing or industrial setting
  • read blueprints
  • read specifications
  • read technical drawings
  • read work order, instructions, formulas, or processing charts
  • set up and operate variety of machine tools
  • set up computer numerical control machines
  • set up production equipment or machinery
  • understand machine setup instructions
  • understand technical operating, service or repair manuals
  • use hand or power tools
  • use precision measuring tools or equipment

Military Crosswalk Titles

No information available.

Apprenticeship Crosswalk Titles

  • Four-Slide-Machine Setter
  • Gear Hobber Set-Up Operator
  • Gear-Cutting-Machine Set-Up Operator (Machine Shop)
  • Gear-Cutting-Machine Set-Up Operator, Tool (Machine Shop)
  • Gunsmith
  • Machine Operator I
  • Machine Set-Up Operator
  • Machine Setter (Any Industry)
  • Machine Setter (Clock and Watch)
  • Machine Setter (Machine Shop)
  • Machine Try-Out Setter
  • Ornamental-Metal Worker
  • Spring Maker
  • Spring-Manufacturing Set-Up Technician
  • Tool-Machine Set-Up Operator

DOT Crosswalk Titles

  • Automatic-Wheel-Line Operator
  • Electrode Turner-and-Finisher
  • Four-Slide-Machine Setter
  • Gear Hobber Set-Up Operator
  • Gear-Cutting-Machine Operator, Production
  • Gear-Cutting-Machine Set-Up Operator
  • Gear-Cutting-Machine Set-Up Operator, Tool
  • Gear-Generator Set-Up Operator, Spiral Bevel
  • Gear-Generator Set-Up Operator, Straight Bevel
  • Gear-Milling-Machine Set-Up Operator
  • Gear-Shaper Set-Up Operator
  • Gear-Shaver Set-Up Operator
  • Gunsmith
  • Gunsmith, Ballistics Laboratory
  • Machine Operator I
  • Machine Operator II
  • Machine Operator, Centrifugal-Control Switches
  • Machine Set-Up Operator
  • Machine Setter
  • Machine Try-Out Setter
  • Multi-Operation-Forming-Machine Operator I
  • Ornamental-Metal Worker
  • Ornamental-Metal-Worker Apprentice
  • Production Machine Tender
  • Spring Maker
  • Spring-Manufacturing Set-Up Technician
  • Tool-Machine Set-Up Operator
  • Transfer-Machine Operator
  • Trim-Machine Operator