Lathe & Turning Machine Tool Setters, Operators, & Tenders, Metal & Plastic
Code: 51-4034.00Median 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 lathe and turning machines to turn, bore, thread, form, or face metal or plastic materials, such as wire, rod, or bar stock.
Also Known As (Alternative Job Titles)
CNC Lathe Operator (Computer Numerical Control Lathe Operator)
CNC Setup Operator (Computer Numerical Control Setup Operator)
Lathe Operator
Machine Operator
Numerical Control Operator (NC Operator)
Screw Machine Operator
Screw Machine Tool Setter
Setup Operator
Turn Operator
Daily Duties & On-The-Job Tasks
- Adjust machine controls and change tool settings to keep dimensions within specified tolerances.
- Move controls to set cutting speeds and depths and feed rates, and to position tools in relation to workpieces.
- Study blueprints, layouts or charts, and job orders for information on specifications and tooling instructions, and to determine material requirements and operational sequences.
Frequently Asked Questions About Lathe & Turning Machine Tool Setters, Operators, & Tenders, Metal & Plastic
Salaries for a Lathe & Turning 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 Lathe & Turning 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 Lathe & Turning Machine Tool Setters, Operators, & Tenders, Metal & Plastic include: Industry standard competencies, tooling, and methods. Practitioners also benefit from strong analytical problem solving and communication skills.
The UK job market maintains steady employment demand for qualified Lathe & Turning Machine Tool Setters, Operators, & Tenders, Metal & Plastic professionals across diverse sectors.
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Salary Distribution
Salaries vary depending on region, certifications, and years of experience.
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