Is being a metal press operator a good fit for you?
Sets up and runs machines that cut, punch, bend and straighten sheets of metal or plastic.
What the work involves
- Measures finished pieces with gauges, callipers and rulers to check they are correct.
- Checks finished pieces for damage like chipped edges and sorts them by fault.
- Reads work orders to find materials, cutting lines and sizes.
- Starts machines, watches how they run and records the data.
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.
What it tends to reward
Compared with other work, this job stands out for:
- Belonging. People who look out for each other, and a manager who has your back.
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
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Free. About 15 minutes. No account.