Will “Computer Numerical Control Operator (CNC Operator)” be Replaced By Robots? 🤔
93% Chance of Automation
“Computer Numerical Control Operator (CNC Operator)” will almost certainly be replaced by robots.
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Job Description
Set up and operate machines, such as lathes, milling and engraving machines, and jig borers to make working models of metal or plastic objects. Includes template makers.
Job Details
- The SOC (Standard Occupational Classification) code is 51-4061.00
- The Mean Annual Wage in the U.S. is $ 50,360.00
- The Mean Hourly Wage is $ 24.00
- Currently, there are 6,250 people on this job
☝️ Information based on the reference occupation “Model Makers, Metal and Plastic”.
Also Known As…
- Model Makers, Metal and Plastic
- Prototype Special Build
- Pattern Finisher
- Molding Technician
- Model Maker
- Model Builder
- Metal Model Maker
- Fabricator
- Computer Numerical Control Operator (CNC Operator)
- Computer Numerical Control Machinist (CNC Machinist)
- Catalytic Converter Special Build Prototype
- Tool Builder
- Template Maker
- Scale Model Maker
- Prototyper
- Prototype Model Maker
- Prototype Fabricator
- Product Builder
- Process Mold Technician
- Plastic Jig and Fixture Builder
- Mold Tooling Technician
- Model Maker Apprentice
- Mock Up Maker
- Mock Up Builder
- Metal Model Builder
- Metal Mockup Maker
- Mandrel Maker
- Machine Tool Builder
- Linesman
- Liner Worker
- Liner Man
- Jig and Fixture Builder
- Injection Mold Tooling Technician
- Injection Mold Technician
- Form Builder
- Fluorescent Lighting Model Maker
- Firearms Model Maker
- Experimental Mechanic
- Engineering Model Maker
- Display Maker
- Dioramist
- Clay Modeler
- Appliances Sample Maker
Tasks for “Computer Numerical Control Operator (CNC Operator)”
- Program computer numerical control (CNC) machines to fabricate model parts.
- Cut, shape, and form metal parts, using lathes, power saws, snips, power brakes and shears, files, and mallets.
- Drill, countersink, and ream holes in parts and assemblies for bolts, screws, and other fasteners, using power tools.
- Devise and construct tools, dies, molds, jigs, and fixtures, or modify existing tools and equipment.
- Assemble mechanical, electrical, and electronic components into models or prototypes, using hand tools, power tools, and fabricating machines.
- Lay out and mark reference points and dimensions on materials, using measuring instruments and drawing or scribing tools.
- Align, fit, and join parts, using bolts and screws or by welding or gluing.
- Record specifications, production operations, and final dimensions of models for use in establishing operating standards and procedures.
- Study blueprints, drawings, and sketches to determine material dimensions, required equipment, and operations sequences.
- Inspect and test products to verify conformance to specifications, using precision measuring instruments or circuit testers.
- Consult and confer with engineering personnel to discuss developmental problems and to recommend product modifications.
- Wire and solder electrical and electronic connections and components.
- Grind, file, and sand parts to finished dimensions.
- Rework or alter component model or parts as required to ensure that products meet standards.
- Use computer-aided design (CAD) and computer-aided manufacture (CAM) software or hardware to fabricate model parts.
- Set up and operate machines such as lathes, drill presses, punch presses, or bandsaws to fabricate prototypes or models.
Related Technology & Tools
- Selective layered sintering SLS printers
- Digital calipers
- Digital electrical frequency meters
- Hydraulic punch presses
- Digital hardness testers
- Digital oscilloscopes
- Power grinding machines
- Fused deposition modeling FDM printers
- Capacitance checkers
- Chain hoists
- Power brakes
- Hand snips
- Microsoldering equipment
- Three-dimensional prototyping printers
- Jig bores
- Computer numerical control CNC routers
- Power saws
- Bandsaws
- Grease dispensing guns
- Manual mills
- Tungsten inert gas TIG welding equipment
- Electronic micrometers
- Wheatstone bridges
- Portable workshop cranes
- Signal generators
- Shadowgraph optical comparators
- Flat smooth cut files
- Jewelers lathes
- Mallets
- Audio-oscillators
- Gas powered brazing equipment
- Digital integrated circuit testers
- Computer numerical control CNC vertical machine centers
- Stereolithography SLA printers
- Soldering irons
- Metal shears
- Volt-ohm meters VOM
- Electrical discharge machines EDM
- Scribing tools
- Benchtop drill presses
- Visual autocollimators
- Engraving machines
- Manual lathes
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Creo Parametric
- CNC Software Mastercam