Is being a machine tool operator a good fit for you?
Sets up and runs several kinds of cutting and shaping machines or robots in a workshop.
What the work involves
- Inspects and measures pieces for faults to check the machine is accurate.
- Positions, adjusts and secures material in the machine by hand or with hoists.
- Reads plans or job orders to find product details and plan the steps.
- Selects and fits drills, cutters and guides, and lines them up with measuring tools.
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.
How much training it needs
Fast start. Little or some training needed. Rules differ from country to country, so check locally before you commit.
Find out if it fits you
Answer quick questions about what you like doing and what keeps you going. We match you with roles from over 900 kinds of work, and you can see if a machine tool operator is one of yours.
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