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Drilling and Boring Machine Tool Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic - 51-4032.00

O*NET-SOC Description

Set up, operate, or tend drilling machines to drill, bore, ream, mill, or countersink metal or plastic work pieces.

Sample of Reported Job Titles

Bore Mill Operator
CNC Drilling Operator (Computer Numerical Control Drilling Operator)
CNC Machinist (Computer Numerical Control Machinist)
Drill Operator
Drill Press Operator

Drill Setup Operator
Machine Operator
Punch Operator
Radial Drill Operator
Setup Mill Operator

SOC Occupation Groups

51-0000	Production Occupations
51-4000	Metal Workers and Plastic Workers
51-4030	Machine Tool Cutting Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic
51-4032.00	Drilling and Boring Machine Tool Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic

Related Occupations

51-4031.00	Cutting, Punching, and Press Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic
51-4033.00	Grinding, Lapping, Polishing, and Buffing Machine Tool Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic
51-4034.00	Lathe and Turning Machine Tool Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic
51-4035.00	Milling and Planing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic
51-4081.00	Multiple Machine Tool Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic
51-4111.00	Tool and Die Makers
51-4194.00	Tool Grinders, Filers, and Sharpeners
51-7042.00	Woodworking Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Except Sawing
51-9022.00	Grinding and Polishing Workers, Hand
51-9161.00	Computer Numerically Controlled Tool Operators

Tasks

Change worn cutting tools, using wrenches.
Establish zero reference points on workpieces, such as at the intersections of two edges or over hole locations.
Install tools in spindles.
Lay out reference lines and machining locations on work, using layout tools, and applying knowledge of shop math and layout techniques.
Lift workpieces onto work tables either manually or with hoists or direct crane operators to lift and position workpieces.
Move machine controls to lower tools to workpieces and to engage automatic feeds.
Observe drilling or boring machine operations to detect any problems.
Operate single- or multiple-spindle drill presses to bore holes so that machining operations can be performed on metal or plastic workpieces.
Operate tracing attachments to duplicate contours from templates or models.
Perform minor assembly, such as fastening parts with nuts, bolts, or screws, using power tools or hand tools.
Position and secure workpieces on tables, using bolts, jigs, clamps, shims, or other holding devices.
Select and set cutting speeds, feed rates, depths of cuts, and cutting tools, according to machining instructions or knowledge of metal properties.
Sharpen cutting tools, using bench grinders.
Study machining instructions, job orders, or blueprints to determine dimensional or finish specifications, sequences of operations, setups, or tooling requirements.
Turn valves and direct flow of coolants or cutting oil over cutting areas.
Verify conformance of machined work to specifications, using measuring instruments, such as calipers, micrometers, or fixed or telescoping gauges.
Verify that workpiece reference lines are parallel to the axis of table rotation, using dial indicators mounted in spindles.

Detailed Work Activities

Adjust equipment controls to regulate coolant flow.
Align parts or workpieces to ensure proper assembly.
Assemble metal or plastic parts or products.
Draw guide lines or markings on materials or workpieces using patterns or other references.
Drill holes in parts, equipment, or materials.
Lift materials or workpieces using cranes or other lifting equipment.
Measure dimensions of completed products or workpieces to verify conformance to specifications.
Mount attachments or tools onto production equipment.
Mount materials or workpieces onto production equipment.
Operate grinding equipment.
Read work orders or other instructions to determine product specifications or materials requirements.
Replace worn equipment components.
Review blueprints or other instructions to determine operational methods or sequences.
Set equipment controls to meet cutting specifications.
Sharpen cutting or grinding tools.
Signal others to coordinate work activities.
Study blueprints or other instructions to determine equipment setup requirements.
Watch operating equipment to detect malfunctions.