Will “Computer Numerical Control Operator (CNC Operator)” be Replaced By Robots? 🤔
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“Computer Numerical Control Operator (CNC Operator)” will probably be replaced by robots.
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Job Description
Set up, operate, or tend lathe and turning machines to turn, bore, thread, form, or face metal or plastic materials, such as wire, rod, or bar stock.
Job Details
- The SOC (Standard Occupational Classification) code is 51-4034.00
- The Mean Annual Wage in the U.S. is $ 39,630.00
- The Mean Hourly Wage is $ 19.00
- Currently, there are 33,850 people on this job
☝️ Information based on the reference occupation “Lathe and Turning Machine Tool Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic”.
Also Known As…
- Lathe and Turning Machine Tool Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic
- Turn Operator
- Set Up / Operator
- Screw Machine Tool Setter
- Screw Machine Operator
- Numerical Control Operator (NC Operator)
- Machine Operator
- Lathe Set Up Person
- Lathe Operator
- Computer Numerical Control Lathe Operator (CNC Lathe Operator)
- Winding Lathe Operator
- Vertical Multiple Spindle Chucking Machine Set-Up Operator
- Vertical Lathe Operator
- V-Groove Cutter
- Turret Lathe Set Up Operator
- Turret Lathe Operator
- Turning Machine Operator
- Tumble Tailstock Turret Lathe Operator
- Tool Turret Lathe Set-Up Operator
- Tool Setter
- Tool Lathe Operator
- Threading Machine Setter
- Threading Machine Operator
- Threader
- Swiss-Type Screw Machine Set-Up Operator
- Swiss Type Screw Machine Operator
- Spinning Lathe Operator
- Spinner
- Spar Cap Beveler
- Small Lot Operator
- Single Spindle Screw Machine Set-Up Operator
- Single Spindle Screw Machine Operator
- Screw Machine Tender
- Screw Machine Setter
- Screw Machine Set-Up Operator
- Screw Machine Set Up Operator
- Screw Machine Hand
- Rubber Turner
- Routing Machine Operator
- Roll Turner
- Ring Cutter Lathe Operator
- Rim Turning Machine Operator
- Rim Turning Finisher
- Radial Router Operator
- Press Set Up Person
- Planer Operator
- Planer Hand
- Planer
- Pipe Threader
- Optical Lathe Operator
- Nut Threader
- Nut Tapper
- Nipple Threader
- Nipple Machine Operator
- Multiple Spindle Screw Machine Set-Up Operator
- Multiple Spindle Screw Machine Operator
- Mult-Au-Matic Operator
- Manufacturing Operator
- Manufacturing Associate
- Manufacturing Assistant
- Machine Deburrer
- Lathe Winder
- Lathe Turner
- Lathe Tender
- Lathe Setup Operator
- Lathe Scalper Operator
- Lathe Machine Operator
- Lathe Hand
- Lap Cutter Truer Operator
- Knurling Machine Operator
- Jewel Lathe Operator
- Jewel Bearing Broacher
- Hydrotel Operator
- Hydraulic Spinner
- Hobbing Press Operator
- Hobbing Machine Operator
- Hobber
- Hob Machine Operator
- Heavy Threader
- Hand Spinner
- Gun Profiler
- Grooving Lathe Tender
- Gear Shaver Set Up Operator
- Gear Shaper
- Gear Setter
- Gear Machine Operator
- Gear Hobber Set Up Operator
- Gear Hobber Operator
- Gear Hobber
- Gear Generator Set Up Operator
- Gear Cutting Machine Set Up Operator
- Gear Cutting Machine Operator
- Gear Cutter
- Fountain Pen Turner
- Fittings Finisher
- Facing Machine Operator
- Engine Lathe Set Up Operator
- Engine Lathe Operator
- Dial Lathe Operator
- Deburrer
- Cup Trimming Machine Operator
- Concaver
- Computer Numerical Control Turning Machine Operator (CNC Turning Machine Operator)
- Computer Numerical Control Operator (CNC Operator)
- Chucking Machine Set Up Operator
- Chucker
- Chaser
- Bullard Operator
- Bullard Machine Operator
- Brake Drum Lathe Operator
- Bolt Threader
- Bevel Operator
- Bevel Mill Operator
- Bell Spinner
- Barrel Turner
- Barrel Finisher
- Bar Turner
- Bar Pointer
- Balance Wheel Facer
- Balance Recesser
- Back Facer
- Axle Turner
- Automatic Spinning Lathe Setter
- Automatic Spinning Lathe Operator
- Automatic Screwmaker
Tasks for “Computer Numerical Control Operator (CNC Operator)”
- Move toolholders manually or by turning handwheels, or engage automatic feeding mechanisms to feed tools to and along workpieces.
- Study blueprints, layouts or charts, and job orders for information on specifications and tooling instructions, and to determine material requirements and operational sequences.
- Refill, change, and monitor the level of fluids, such as oil and coolant, in machines.
- Move controls to set cutting speeds and depths and feed rates, and to position tools in relation to workpieces.
- Install holding fixtures, cams, gears, and stops to control stock and tool movement, using hand tools, power tools, and measuring instruments.
- Inspect sample workpieces to verify conformance with specifications, using instruments such as gauges, micrometers, and dial indicators.
- Position, secure, and align cutting tools in toolholders on machines, using hand tools, and verify their positions with measuring instruments.
- Start lathe or turning machines and observe operations to ensure that specifications are met.
- Compute unspecified dimensions and machine settings, using knowledge of metal properties and shop mathematics.
- Select cutting tools and tooling instructions, according to written specifications or knowledge of metal properties and shop mathematics.
- Adjust machine controls and change tool settings to keep dimensions within specified tolerances.
- Crank machines through cycles, stopping to adjust tool positions and machine controls to ensure specified timing, clearances, and tolerances.
- Turn valve handles to direct the flow of coolant onto work areas or to coat disks with spinning compounds.
- Mount attachments, such as relieving or tracing attachments, to perform operations such as duplicating contours of templates or trimming workpieces.
- Replace worn tools, and sharpen dull cutting tools and dies using bench grinders or cutter-grinding machines.
- Lift metal stock or workpieces manually or using hoists, and position and secure them in machines, using fasteners and hand tools.
Related Technology & Tools
- Lathe chucks
- Outside digital OD calipers
- Bevel protractors
- Boring heads
- Oil dispensing cans
- Allen wrench sets
- Groove tools
- Carbide cutting inserts
- Height setters
- Parting off tools
- Protective safety glasses
- Inside digital ID calipers
- Electronic edge finders
- Center-cutting end mills
- Open end hand wrenches
- Fork trucks
- Gang-tool lathes
- Bar feeders
- Vertical machining centers
- Power hacksaws
- Cutoff tools
- Mechanical edge finders
- Lubrication guns
- Coordinate measuring machines CMM
- 1-2-3 blocks
- Horizontal lathes
- Straight edges
- Jib hoists
- Rubber mallets
- Combination square sets
- Go/no go gauge sets
- Automatic turret lathes
- Electric overhead travelling EOT cranes
- Parting off tool holders
- Steel squares
- Safety gloves
- Tool probes
- Surface finish comparators
- Computer numerically controlled CNC lathes
- Face/turn tools
- T handle tap wrenches
- Mobile radios
- Plug gauges
- Bench grinders
- Straight screwdrivers
- Ball peen hammers
- Gage blocks
- Profile projectors
- Face shields
- Dial test indicators
- Threading tools
- Coaxial indicators
- Vernier calipers
- Automatic tool changers
- Precision milling vises
- Drill gauge sets
- Vernier height gauges
- Crescent wrenches
- Bore gauges
- Trammels
- Steel rules
- Vertical turning centers
- Swiss turning centers
- Multispindle lathes
- Digital micrometers
- Center finders
- Protective ear plugs
- Sine bars
- Machinists' taper gauges
- Swiss-style lathes
- Mini hacksaws
- Tapping tools
- Push-pull rules
- Digital radius gauges
- Capstan lathes
- Hand taps
- Screw pitch gauge
- Spanner wrenches
- Autodesk HSMWorks
- M-code
- Inventory tracking software
- G-code
- Computer numerical control CNC editor software