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    Drilling and Boring Machine Tool Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic
    Today's Date: 6/10/2024
    Exclude this category Set up, operate, or tend drilling machines to drill, bore, ream, mill, or countersink metal or plastic work pieces.

    Exclude this category High school diploma or equivalent
    Moderate-term on-the-job training

    Exclude this category Mathematics - Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.
    Production and Processing - Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.
    Mechanical - Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.
    English Language - Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
    Engineering and Technology - Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. This includes applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design and production of various goods and services.
    Education and Training - Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups, and the measurement of training effects.
    Design - Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models.
    Administration and Management - Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modeling, leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of people and resources.

    Exclude this category Basic Skills
    • *Active Learning Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.
    • *Active Listening Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
    • *Critical Thinking Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
    • Learning Strategies Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate for the situation when learning or teaching new things.
    • *Mathematics Using mathematics to solve problems.
    • *Monitoring Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.
    • *Reading Comprehension Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.
    • Science Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems.
    • *Speaking Talking to others to convey information effectively.
    • Writing Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.

    Social Skills
    • Coordination Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
    • Instructing Teaching others how to do something.
    • Negotiation Bringing others together and trying to reconcile differences.
    • Persuasion Persuading others to change their minds or behavior.
    • Service Orientation Actively looking for ways to help people.
    • *Social Perceptiveness Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.

    Complex Problem Solving Skills
    • *Complex Problem Solving Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.

    Technical Skills
    • *Equipment Maintenance Performing routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind of maintenance is needed.
    • *Equipment Selection Determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job.
    • Installation Installing equipment, machines, wiring, or programs to meet specifications.
    • *Operation and Control Controlling operations of equipment or systems.
    • Operations Analysis Analyzing needs and product requirements to create a design.
    • *Operations Monitoring Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly.
    • Programming Writing computer programs for various purposes.
    • *Quality Control Analysis Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate quality or performance.
    • *Repairing Repairing machines or systems using the needed tools.
    • Technology Design Generating or adapting equipment and technology to serve user needs.
    • *Troubleshooting Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.

    Systems Skills
    • *Judgment and Decision Making Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.
    • Systems Analysis Determining how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations, and the environment will affect outcomes.
    • Systems Evaluation Identifying measures or indicators of system performance and the actions needed to improve or correct performance, relative to the goals of the system.

    Resource Management Skills
    • Management of Financial Resources Determining how money will be spent to get the work done, and accounting for these expenditures.
    • Management of Material Resources Obtaining and seeing to the appropriate use of equipment, facilities, and materials needed to do certain work.
    • Management of Personnel Resources Motivating, developing, and directing people as they work, identifying the best people for the job.
    • *Time Management Managing one's own time and the time of others.

    Desktop Computer Skills
  • SpreadsheetsUsing a computer application to enter, manipulate, and format text and numerical data; insert, delete, and manipulate cells, rows, and columns; and create and save worksheets, charts, and graphs.
  • PresentationsUsing a computer application to create, manipulate, edit, and show virtual slide presentations.
  • InternetNavigating the Internet to find information, including the ability to open and configure standard browsers; use searches, hypertext references, and transfer protocols; and send and retrieve electronic mail (e-mail).
  • NavigationUsing scroll bars, a mouse, and dialog boxes to work within the computer's operating system. Being able to access and switch between applications and files of interest.
  • Word ProcessingUsing a computer application to type text, insert pictures, format, edit, print, save, and retrieve word processing documents.
  • GraphicsWorking with pictures in graphics programs or other applications, including creating simple graphics, manipulating the appearance, and inserting graphics into other programs.
  • DatabasesUsing a computer application to manage large amounts of information, including creating and editing simple databases, inputting data, retrieving specific records, and creating reports to communicate the information.


  • Exclude this category Body Positioning
    • Requires standing
    • Requires repetitive movement
    • Requires using hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools or controls

    Communication
    • Requires face-to-face discussions with individuals or teams
    • Requires contact with others (face-to-face, by telephone, or otherwise)

    Environment
    • Includes exposure to contaminants
    • Includes exposure to sounds and noise levels that are distracting or uncomfortable

    Impact of Decisions
    • Requires making decisions that impact the results of co-workers, clients or the company
    • Opportunity to make decisions without supervision
    • Requires making decisions that affect other people, the financial resources, and/or the image and reputation of the organization
    • Mistakes are not easily correctable and have serious consequences

    Job Hazards
    • Requires exposure to hazardous equipment

    Level of Challenge
    • Freedom to determine tasks, priorities, and goals
    • Requires being exact or highly accurate
    • Requires repeating the same physical activities or mental activities over and over

    Pace and Scheduling
    • Job pace is determined by the speed of equipment or machinery
    • Requires meeting strict deadlines

    Personal Interaction
    • Requires work with others in a group or team
    • Requires coordinating or leading others in accomplishing work activities

    Responsibility for Others
    • Includes responsibility for work outcomes and results
    • Includes responsibility for the health and safety of others

    Work Attire
    • Requires wearing common protective or safety equipment

    Work Setting
    • Requires working indoors in environmentally controlled conditions
    • Job tasks are performed in close physical proximity to other people


    Exclude this category
    • Establish zero reference points on workpieces, such as at the intersections of two edges or over hole locations.
    • Change worn cutting tools, using wrenches.
    • Select and set cutting speeds, feed rates, depths of cuts, and cutting tools, according to machining instructions or knowledge of metal properties.
    • Position and secure workpieces on tables, using bolts, jigs, clamps, shims, or other holding devices.
    • Observe drilling or boring machine operations to detect any problems.
    • Lift workpieces onto work tables either manually or with hoists or direct crane operators to lift and position workpieces.
    • Turn valves and direct flow of coolants or cutting oil over cutting areas.
    • Install tools in spindles.
    • Perform minor assembly, such as fastening parts with nuts, bolts, or screws, using power tools or hand tools.
    • Operate single- or multiple-spindle drill presses to bore holes so that machining operations can be performed on metal or plastic workpieces.
    • Lay out reference lines and machining locations on work, using layout tools, and applying knowledge of shop math and layout techniques.
    • Sharpen cutting tools, using bench grinders.
    • Operate tracing attachments to duplicate contours from templates or models.
    • 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.
    • Verify that workpiece reference lines are parallel to the axis of table rotation, using dial indicators mounted in spindles.

    Exclude this category
    Controlling Machines and Processes
    • Lift materials or workpieces using cranes or other lifting equipment.
    • Operate grinding equipment.

    Getting Information
    • Read work orders or other instructions to determine product specifications or materials requirements.
    • Review blueprints or other instructions to determine operational methods or sequences.
    • Study blueprints or other instructions to determine equipment setup requirements.

    Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates
    • Signal others to coordinate work activities.

    Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials

      Documenting/Recording Information

        Handling and Moving Objects
        • Adjust equipment controls to regulate coolant flow.
        • Align parts or workpieces to ensure proper assembly.
        • Assemble metal or plastic parts or products.
        • Draw guide lines or markings on materials or workpieces using patterns or other references.
        • Drill holes in parts, equipment, or materials.
        • Mount attachments or tools onto production equipment.
        • Mount materials or workpieces onto production equipment.
        • Set equipment controls to meet cutting specifications.

        Making Decisions and Solving Problems

          Working with Computers

            Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings
            • Watch operating equipment to detect malfunctions.

            Processing Information

              Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events

                Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards

                  Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge

                    Analyzing Data or Information

                      Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others

                        Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment

                          Thinking Creatively

                            Performing General Physical Activities

                              Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment

                                Training and Teaching Others

                                  Judging the Qualities of Objects, Services, or People


                                    Exclude this category Tools

                                    Acoustic ear muffs or defenders
                                    • Protective ear muffs

                                    Adjustable wrenches
                                    • Adjustable hand wrenches

                                    Boring machines
                                    • Boring tools
                                    • Computerized numerical control CNC boring machines
                                    • Jig boring machines

                                    Drill press or radial drill
                                    • Computerized numerical control CNC drill presses
                                    • Drill presses
                                    • Multiple spindle drill presses
                                    • Radial drill presses
                                    • Single spindle drill presses

                                    Gage block set
                                    • Gauge blocks
                                    • Precision gauges

                                    Technology

                                    Enterprise resource planning ERP software
                                    • SAP software

                                    Industrial control software
                                    • Computerized numerical control CNC software

                                    Inventory management software
                                    • Automated inventory software

                                    Office suite software
                                    • Microsoft Office software

                                    Word processing software
                                    • Microsoft Word