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

Code: 51-4032.00
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Median Annual Salary
Competitive / Variable
Sector & location dependent
Preparation & Education
Standard Educational Pathways
Job Zone N/A
Industry Outlook
Stable Growth
Active demand across the UK workforce

Role Overview & What They Do

Set up, operate, or tend drilling machines to drill, bore, ream, mill, or countersink metal or plastic work pieces.

Also Known As (Alternative Job Titles)

Bore Mill Operator CNC Drilling Operator (Computer Numerical Control Drilling Operator) CNC Machinist (Computer Numerical Control Machinist) Drill Operator Drill Press Operator Drill Setup Operator Machine Operator Punch Operator Radial Drill Operator Setup Mill Operator

Daily Duties & On-The-Job Tasks

  • Verify conformance of machined work to specifications, using measuring instruments, such as calipers, micrometers, or fixed or telescoping gauges.
  • Study machining instructions, job orders, or blueprints to determine dimensional or finish specifications, sequences of operations, setups, or tooling requirements.
  • Move machine controls to lower tools to workpieces and to engage automatic feeds.

Technology, Tools & Software Stack

Spreadsheet software
Microsoft Excel
Enterprise resource planning ERP software
SAP software
Office suite software
Microsoft Office software

Core Skills, Knowledge & Abilities

Basic Skills
keeping track of how well people and/or groups are doing in order to make improvements reading work related information
Problem Solving
noticing a problem and figuring out the best way to solve it
Manufactured or Agricultural Goods
manufacture and distribution of products
Math and Science
arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, or statistics
Engineering and Technology
mechanical product and service development
Arts and Humanities
English language
Hand and Finger Use
keep your arm or hand steady hold or move items with your hands
Verbal
listen and understand what people say read and understand what is written

Personality & Work Styles

Top Interest: Realistic

People interested in this work like activities that include practical, hands-on problems and solutions.

Key Work Styles:
Attention to Detail Dependability Cautiousness

Frequently Asked Questions About Drilling & Boring Machine Tool Setters, Operators, & Tenders, Metal & Plastic

Salaries for a Drilling & Boring Machine Tool Setters, Operators, & Tenders, Metal & Plastic vary depending on regional demand across the UK, industry sector, relevant technical certifications, and years of experience.

Most employers hiring for a Drilling & Boring Machine Tool Setters, Operators, & Tenders, Metal & Plastic in the UK require a combination of relevant educational qualifications, technical certifications, or demonstrative on-the-job vocational experience.

Essential skills and tooling for a Drilling & Boring Machine Tool Setters, Operators, & Tenders, Metal & Plastic include: Microsoft Excel, SAP software, Microsoft Office software. Practitioners also benefit from strong analytical problem solving and communication skills.

The UK job market maintains steady employment demand for qualified Drilling & Boring Machine Tool Setters, Operators, & Tenders, Metal & Plastic professionals across diverse sectors.

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