AI Assistant for Cutting, Punching, and Press Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic

Set up, operate, or tend machines to saw, cut, shear, slit, punch, crimp, notch, bend, or straighten metal or plastic material.

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Core Responsibilities

  • 1Measure completed workpieces to verify conformance to specifications, using micrometers, gauges, calipers, templates, or rulers.(Core task)
  • 2Examine completed workpieces for defects, such as chipped edges or marred surfaces and sort defective pieces according to types of flaws.(Core task)
  • 3Read work orders or production schedules to determine specifications, such as materials to be used, locations of cutting lines, or dimensions and tolerances.(Core task)
  • 4Start machines, monitor their operations, and record operational data.(Core task)
  • 5Set up, operate, or tend machines to saw, cut, shear, slit, punch, crimp, notch, bend, or straighten metal or plastic material.(Core task)
  • 6Test and adjust machine speeds or actions, according to product specifications, using gauges and hand tools.(Core task)
  • 7Load workpieces, plastic material, or chemical solutions into machines.(Core task)
  • 8Turn controls to set cutting speeds, feed rates, or table angles for specified operations.(Core task)
  • 9Clean work area.(Core task)
  • 10Lubricate workpieces with oil.

Top Skills Required

Operations Monitoring
Operation and Control
Active Listening
Speaking
Critical Thinking
Monitoring
Troubleshooting
Quality Control Analysis
Judgment and Decision Making
Reading Comprehension

Knowledge Areas

Production and ProcessingMechanicalEnglish Language

Technology & Tools Used

In-Demand Technologies

Autodesk AutoCADMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft Office softwareMicrosoft OutlookMicrosoft WordSAP software

Other Tools

Automated inventory softwareComputerized numerical control CNC softwareOperational databasesStriker Systems SS-Punch

Daily Work Activities

Making Decisions and Solving Problems
Handling and Moving Objects
Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events
Controlling Machines and Processes
Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials
Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings
Getting Information
Performing General Physical Activities

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