ONET Occupations » 51-4011.00

Computer-Controlled Machine Tool Operators, Metal and Plastic

Operate computer-controlled machines or robots to perform one or more machine functions on metal or plastic work pieces.

View Computer-Controlled Machine Tool Operators, Metal and Plastic on ONET Online

Parachute skills

  1. Pay attention to details - Data (4.22)
  2. Cut, carve, chisel - Things (4.14)
  3. Finish, restore, preserve - Things (4.14)
  4. Operate, drive - Things (4.14)
  5. Use acute senses (hearing, smell, taste, sight) - Data (3.88)
  6. Use my intuition - Data (3.88)
  7. Copy - Data (3.68)
  8. Consult - People (3.68)
  9. Use my brain - Data (3.62)
  10. Set up, assemble - Things (3.61)
  11. Serve, care for, follow instructions faithfully - People (3.60)
  12. Convey warmth and empathy - People (3.60)
  13. Manipulate - Things (3.50)
  14. Synthesize, combine parts into a whole - Data (3.50)
  15. Organize, classify - Data (3.50)
  16. Control, expedite things - Things (3.50)

ONET Skills

ONET Abilities

ONET Work Styles
  1. Monitoring (4.00)
  2. Operation Monitoring (3.88)
  3. Critical Thinking (3.62)
  4. Quality Control Analysis (3.62)
  5. Operation and Control (3.50)
  1. Problem Sensitivity (3.88)
  2. Reaction Time (3.88)
  3. Hearing Sensitivity (3.88)
  4. Auditory Attention (3.75)
  5. Arm-Hand Steadiness (3.63)
  6. Near Vision (3.63)
  7. Information Ordering (3.50)
  8. Selective Attention (3.50)
  9. Control Precision (3.50)
  10. Rate Control (3.50)
  1. Attention to Detail (4.22)
  2. Dependability (4.09)
  3. Cooperation (3.99)
  4. Self Control (3.75)
  5. Initiative (3.67)
  6. Independence (3.67)
  7. Concern for Others (3.60)
  8. Adaptability/Flexibility (3.58)
  9. Analytical Thinking (3.56)
  10. Achievement/Effort (3.53)
  11. Stress Tolerance (3.52)

Work Activities

Detailed Work Activities
  1. Controlling Machines and Processes (4.14)
  2. Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Material (3.95)
  3. Getting Information (3.90)
  4. Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events (3.74)
  5. Making Decisions and Solving Problems (3.72)
  6. Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings (3.68)
  7. Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates (3.68)
  8. Handling and Moving Objects (3.61)
  9. Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards (3.52)
  1. Set Up And Operate Variety Of Machine Tools (4.14)
  2. Use Precision Measuring Tools Or Equipment (4.14)
  3. Operate Metal Or Plastic Fabricating Equipment/Machinery (4.14)
  4. Operate Hoist, Winch, Or Hydraulic Boom (4.14)
  5. Use Hand Or Power Tools (4.14)
  6. Perform Safety Inspections In Manufacturing Or Industrial Setting (3.95)
  7. Examine Products Or Work To Verify Conformance To Specifications (3.95)
  8. Read Blueprints (3.90)
  9. Read Specifications (3.90)
  10. Read Production Layouts (3.90)
  11. Read Technical Drawings (3.90)
  12. Read Work Order, Instructions, Formulas, Or Processing Charts (3.90)
  13. Understand Machine Setup Instructions (3.74)
  14. Understand Technical Operating, Service Or Repair Manuals (3.74)
  15. Monitor Production Machinery/Equipment Operation To Detect Problems (3.68)
  16. Confer With Engineering, Technical Or Manufacturing Personnel (3.68)
  17. Load Tapes, Disks Or Paper Into Computers Or Peripherals (3.61)
  18. Load Control Media In Machine Controller (3.61)
  19. Load Or Unload Material Or Workpiece Into Machinery (3.61)