AI Assistant for Layout Workers, Metal and Plastic

Lay out reference points and dimensions on metal or plastic stock or workpieces, such as sheets, plates, tubes, structural shapes, castings, or machine parts, for further processing. Includes shipfitters.

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Core Responsibilities

  • 1Mark curves, lines, holes, dimensions, and welding symbols onto workpieces, using scribes, soapstones, punches, and hand drills.(Core task)
  • 2Plan locations and sequences of cutting, drilling, bending, rolling, punching, and welding operations, using compasses, protractors, dividers, and rules.(Core task)
  • 3Fit and align fabricated parts to be welded or assembled.(Core task)
  • 4Locate center lines and verify template positions, using measuring instruments such as gauge blocks, height gauges, and dial indicators.(Core task)
  • 5Plan and develop layouts from blueprints and templates, applying knowledge of trigonometry, design, effects of heat, and properties of metals.(Core task)
  • 6Lay out and fabricate metal structural parts such as plates, bulkheads, and frames.(Core task)
  • 7Compute layout dimensions, and determine and mark reference points on metal stock or workpieces for further processing, such as welding and assembly.(Core task)
  • 8Lift and position workpieces in relation to surface plates, manually or with hoists, and using parallel blocks and angle plates.(Core task)
  • 9Design and prepare templates of wood, paper, or metal.(Core task)
  • 10Install doors, hatches, brackets, and clips.

Top Skills Required

Mathematics
Reading Comprehension
Critical Thinking
Monitoring
Complex Problem Solving
Operations Monitoring
Quality Control Analysis
Judgment and Decision Making
Active Listening
Speaking

Knowledge Areas

MathematicsDesignMechanicalProduction and ProcessingEngineering and TechnologyEnglish LanguageBuilding and ConstructionAdministration and Management

Technology & Tools Used

In-Demand Technologies

Autodesk AutoCADMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft Office softwareMicrosoft PowerPointMicrosoft Word

Other Tools

Computer aided design CAD softwareHexagon Metrology PC-DMISInventory tracking softwareOptical Gaging Products Measure-X

Daily Work Activities

Getting Information
Handling and Moving Objects
Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials
Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates
Controlling Machines and Processes
Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events
Performing General Physical Activities
Making Decisions and Solving Problems

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