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Job Description
Operate computer-controlled machines or robots to perform one or more machine functions on metal or plastic work pieces.
Job Details
- The SOC (Standard Occupational Classification) code is 51-4011.00
- The Mean Annual Wage in the U.S. is $ 39,590.00
- The Mean Hourly Wage is $ 19.00
- Currently, there are 146,190 people on this job
☝️ Information based on the reference occupation “Computer-Controlled Machine Tool Operators, Metal and Plastic”.
Also Known As…
- Computer-Controlled Machine Tool Operators, Metal and Plastic
- Machinist
- Machine Set-Up, Operator
- Machine Operator
- Computer Numerical Control Set-Up and Operator (CNC Set-Up and Operator)
- Computer Numerical Control Operator (CNC Operator)
- Computer Numerical Control Mill Operator (CNC Mill Operator)
- Computer Numerical Control Machinist (CNC Machinist)
- Computer Numerical Control Machine Operator (CNC Machine Operator)
- Computer Numerical Control Lathe Operator (CNC Lathe Operator)
- Brake Press Operator
- Welding Robot Operator
- Shot Peening Operator
- Robotic Machine Operator
- Printed Circuit Boards Numerical Control Drill Operator
- Plastic CNC Machine Operator
- Numerical Control Router Set-Up Operator
- Numerical Control Router Operator
- Numerical Control Milling Machine Operator
- Numerical Control Machine Tool Operator
- Numerical Control Machine Set-Up Operator
- Numerical Control Machine Operator, Metal and Plastic
- Numerical Control Machine Operator
- Numerical Control Lathe Operator
- Numerical Control Jig Boring Machine Operator
- Numerical Control Drill Press Operator
- Metal CNC Operator
- Medical Numerical Control Operator
- Manufacturing Operator
- Manufacturing Associate
- Manufacturing Assistant
- Laser Beam Trim Operator
- Jig Boring Machine Operator for Metal
- Computer Numerically Controlled Shot Peening Operator
- CNC Technician (Computer Numerical Control Technician)
- CNC Operator (Computer Numeric Control Operator)
- CNC Machinist (Computer Numerically Controlled Machinist)
- CNC Machine Operator (Computer Numerically Controlled Machine Operator)
- CNC Laser Operator (Computer Numerical Control Laser Operator)
- Automation Machine Operator
- Automated Cutting Machine Operator
Tasks for “Numerical Control Milling Machine Set-Up Operator”
- Input initial part dimensions into machine control panels.
- Confer with supervisors or programmers to resolve machine malfunctions or production errors or to obtain approval to continue production.
- Implement changes to machine programs and enter new specifications, using computers.
- Stack or load finished items or place items on conveyor systems.
- Monitor machine operation and control panel displays and compare readings to specifications to detect malfunctions.
- Listen to machines during operation to detect sounds such as those made by dull cutting tools or excessive vibration and adjust machines to compensate for problems.
- Lift workpieces to machines manually or with hoists or cranes.
- Review program specifications or blueprints to determine and set machine operations and sequencing, finished workpiece dimensions, or numerical control sequences.
- Insert control instructions into machine control units to start operation.
- Mount, install, align, and secure tools, attachments, fixtures, and workpieces on machines, using hand tools and precision measuring instruments.
- Lay out and mark areas of parts to be shot-peened and fill hoppers with shot.
- Modify cutting programs to account for problems encountered during operation and save modified programs.
- Stop machines to remove finished workpieces or to change tooling, setup, or workpiece placement, according to required machining sequences.
- Remove and replace dull cutting tools.
- Examine electronic components for defects or completeness of laser-beam trimming, using microscopes.
- Check to ensure that workpieces are properly lubricated and cooled during machine operation.
- Control coolant systems.
- Set up and operate computer-controlled machines or robots to perform one or more machine functions on metal or plastic workpieces.
- Write simple programs for computer-controlled machine tools.
- Maintain machines and remove and replace broken or worn machine tools, using hand tools.
- Adjust machine feed and speed, change cutting tools, or adjust machine controls when automatic programming is faulty or if machines malfunction.
- Clean machines, tooling, or parts, using solvents or solutions and rags.
- Transfer commands from servers to computer numerical control (CNC) modules, using computer network links.
- Calculate machine speed and feed ratios and the size and position of cuts.
- Measure dimensions of finished workpieces to ensure conformance to specifications, using precision measuring instruments, templates, and fixtures.
- Enter commands or load control media, such as tapes, cards, or disks, into machine controllers to retrieve programmed instructions.
- Set up future jobs while machines are operating.
Related Technology & Tools
- Vertical milling machines
- Desktop computers
- Laser printers
- Computerized numerical control CNC tappers
- Power sanders
- Dial calipers
- Bore gauges
- 5 axis lathes
- Power drills
- 8 axis lathes
- Welding shields
- Automatic measuring equipment
- Lathes
- 2/3 axis computer numerically controlled CNC milling machines
- Slot micrometers
- Computer numerical control CNC vertical lathes
- Personal digital assistants PDA
- Height gauges
- Drill presses
- Swiss screw machines
- Gauges
- Go/no go test equipment
- Personal computers
- Coordinate measuring machines CMM
- Boring bars
- Vises
- Buffers
- Micrometers
- Jog mode operation joy sticks
- Hand clamps
- Thread gauges
- Borers
- Reamers
- Optical comparators
- Horizontal machining tools
- Vernier calipers
- Programmable logic controllers PLC
- Portable welding equipment
- Manual mills
- Computerized numerical control CNC laser cutting equipment
- Comparators
- Soft jaws
- Threading machines
- Keyway broaches
- 0-1 drop indicators
- Computerized numerical control CNC lathes
- Computerized numerical control CNC routers
- Surface grinding machines
- Deburring tools
- Dial indicators
- Milling machines
- Bore mills
- Turning centers
- Controllers
- Bench grinders
- Tapping machines
- Pin gauges
- Twist drills
- Grinders
- Welding lenses
- Twin spindle lathes
- Computerized numerical control CNC turning centers
- Swiss style lathes
- Scribers
- Computer numerical controlled CNC milling machines
- Microsoft Word
- Kentech Kipware X CNC
- ExtraTech Machine Tools Suite
- Kentech Trig Kalculator
- TekSoft CAMWorks
- Creo Parametric Pro/ENGINEER
- EZ-CAM
- Kentech Kipware Studio
- KCD
- UGS Solid Edge
- Computer aided manufacturing CAM software
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- Enterprise Resource Planning ERP software
- Microsoft Project
- Cadem CAPSMill
- Computer aided design CAD software
- Kentech PROTALK
- Kentech Kipware TP
- CNC Mastercam
- FlashCut CNC
- PartMaker SwissCAM
- Dassault Systems SOLIDWORKS
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- Microsoft Office
- 1CadCam Unigraphics
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- G-code
- SigmaTEK SigmaNEST
- CNC Consulting Machinists' Calculator
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- Cadem CAPSTurn
- Virtual Gibbs CADD/CAM
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- MDSI OpenCNC
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- Dassault Systemes CATIA
- CGTech Vericut CNC
- Autodesk AutoCAD
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- Esprit
- MUMPS M
- Kentech Kipware T CNC
- Microsoft Excel
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