Drilling and Boring Machine Tool Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic

Core tasks

1. 01Verify conformance of machined work to specifications, using measuring instruments, such as calipers, micrometers, or fixed or telescoping gauges.
2. 02Study machining instructions, job orders, or blueprints to determine dimensional or finish specifications, sequences of operations, setups, or tooling requirements.
3. 03Move machine controls to lower tools to workpieces and to engage automatic feeds.
4. 04Verify that workpiece reference lines are parallel to the axis of table rotation, using dial indicators mounted in spindles.
5. 05Establish zero reference points on workpieces, such as at the intersections of two edges or over hole locations.
6. 06Change worn cutting tools, using wrenches.

Model drivers (O*NET 1–5)

• Repeating same tasks3.41
• Degree of automation2.67
• Time sitting2.11
• Originality (ability)2.12
• Conflict situations2.38
• Hands-on objects/tools4.40
• Outdoors / weather1.07
• Disease exposure1.00
• Decision freedom4.06

Top abilities

• Control Precision3.50
• Near Vision3.38
• Arm-Hand Steadiness3.38
• Selective Attention3.25
• Reaction Time3.25
• Problem Sensitivity3.25
• Manual Dexterity3.25
• Information Ordering3.25

Essential skills

• Reading Comprehension3.12
• Active Listening3.00
• Writing2.25
• Speaking3.00
• Mathematics2.50
• Science1.75
• Critical Thinking3.00
• Active Learning2.75
• Learning Strategies2.12
• Monitoring3.12