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Is being a casting machine operator a good fit for you?

Sets up and runs machines that mould or cast metal or plastic parts.

What the work involves

  • Measures and looks over products for surface and size faults using precision tools.
  • Watches automatic machines for jams and faults, adjusting them as needed.
  • Sets up and runs machines that mould or cast metal or plastic parts.
  • Turns valves and dials to control pressure, temperature, speed and cycle times.

The interests that suit it

People in this work tend to be hands-on and organising. Here is how much each of the six kinds of interest comes into it.

Hands-onStrong. Building, fixing, and working with tools, machines, animals or the outdoors.
CuriousLow. Finding things out, solving problems, and working with ideas and data.
CreativeLow. Making things: art, writing, music, design and performance.
HelpingLow. Teaching, caring for and supporting people.
PersuadingLow. Leading, selling, and making the calls.
OrganisingSome. Keeping things in order: records, numbers and systems.

How much training it needs

Fast start. Little or some training needed. Rules differ from country to country, so check locally before you commit.

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