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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

Cell Technician
CNC Machine Setter (Computer Numerically Controlled Machine Setter)
Fabrication Set-Up Person
Injection Molding Technician
Machine Operator

Machine Technician
Mold Setter
Production Operator
Shear Operator
Tooling Set-Up Person

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

49-9041.00	Industrial Machinery Mechanics Bright Outlook
51-4023.00	Rolling Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic
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
51-4194.00	Tool Grinders, Filers, and Sharpeners
51-7042.00	Woodworking Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Except Sawing
51-9032.00	Cutting and Slicing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders
51-9161.00	Computer Numerically Controlled Tool Operators

Tasks

Align layout marks with dies or blades.
Change worn machine accessories, such as cutting tools or brushes, using hand tools.
Compute data, such as gear dimensions or 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, or 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, or auxiliary machines, to make metallic and plastic workpieces.
Start machines and turn handwheels or valves to engage feeding, cooling, and lubricating mechanisms.
Write programs for computer numerical control (CNC) machines to cut metal and plastic materials.

Detailed Work Activities

Adjust equipment controls to regulate coolant flow.
Adjust equipment controls to regulate flow of production materials or products.
Adjust equipment controls to regulate flow of water, cleaning solutions, or other liquids.
Align parts or workpieces to ensure proper assembly.
Calculate dimensions of workpieces, products, or equipment.
Clean production equipment.
Clear equipment jams.
Instruct workers to use equipment or perform technical procedures.
Lubricate production equipment.
Maintain production or processing equipment.
Measure dimensions of completed products or workpieces to verify conformance to specifications.
Measure materials to mark reference points, cutting lines, or other indicators.
Mount attachments or tools onto production equipment.
Mount materials or workpieces onto production equipment.
Notify others of equipment repair or maintenance needs.
Operate cutting equipment.
Operate grinding equipment.
Operate metal or plastic forming equipment.
Program equipment to perform production tasks.
Read work orders or other instructions to determine product specifications or materials requirements.
Record operational or production data.
Repair production equipment or tools.
Replace worn equipment components.
Review blueprints or other instructions to determine operational methods or sequences.
Select production equipment according to product specifications.
Select production input materials.
Set equipment controls to meet cutting specifications.
Set equipment guides, stops, spacers, or other fixtures.
Smooth metal surfaces or edges.
Watch operating equipment to detect malfunctions.
Write computer programming code.