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Computer Numerically Controlled Machine Tool Programmers, Metal and Plastic

Develop programs to control machining or processing of metal or plastic parts by automatic machine tools, equipment, or systems.

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Parachute skills

  1. Pay attention to details - Data (4.62)
  2. Use my brain - Data (4.50)
  3. Follow through, get things done - People (4.39)
  4. Program - Data (4.31)
  5. Create, innovate, invent - Data (4.06)
  6. Initiate, lead, be a pioneer - People (4.04)
  7. Convey warmth and empathy - People (3.86)
  8. Solve problems - Data (3.86)
  9. Use acute senses (hearing, smell, taste, sight) - Data (3.75)
  10. Synthesize, combine parts into a whole - Data (3.63)
  11. Organize, classify - Data (3.63)
  12. Use my intuition - Data (3.63)
  13. Serve, care for, follow instructions faithfully - People (3.63)
  14. Copy - Data (3.62)
  15. Design, use artistic abilities, be original - Data (3.58)
  16. Plan - Data (3.54)
  17. Construct - Things (3.54)
  18. Work with numbers, compute - Data (3.50)

ONET Skills

ONET Abilities

ONET Work Styles
  1. Programming (4.12)
  2. Monitoring (3.50)
  3. Complex Problem Solving (3.50)
  4. Operation Monitoring (3.50)
  1. Perceptual Speed (3.75)
  2. Near Vision (3.75)
  3. Problem Sensitivity (3.63)
  4. Information Ordering (3.63)
  5. Mathematical Reasoning (3.50)
  1. Attention to Detail (4.62)
  2. Analytical Thinking (4.50)
  3. Stress Tolerance (4.49)
  4. Dependability (4.40)
  5. Persistence (4.39)
  6. Adaptability/Flexibility (4.33)
  7. Cooperation (4.29)
  8. Achievement/Effort (4.24)
  9. Self Control (4.18)
  10. Initiative (4.13)
  11. Independence (4.13)
  12. Innovation (4.06)
  13. Integrity (4.05)
  14. Leadership (4.04)
  15. Social Orientation (3.86)
  16. Concern for Others (3.63)

Work Activities

Detailed Work Activities
  1. Interacting With Computers (4.31)
  2. Getting Information (4.18)
  3. Making Decisions and Solving Problems (3.86)
  4. Controlling Machines and Processes (3.82)
  5. Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events (3.80)
  6. Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates (3.79)
  7. Processing Information (3.64)
  8. Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings (3.62)
  9. Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge (3.58)
  10. Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment (3.54)
  11. Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards (3.50)
  1. Use Computers To Enter, Access Or Retrieve Data (4.31)
  2. Program Computer Numerical Controlled Machines (4.31)
  3. Configure Computers In Industrial Or Manufacturing Setting (4.31)
  4. Use Computer Aided Drafting Or Design Software For Design, Drafting, Modeling, Or Other Engineering Tasks (4.31)
  5. Read Blueprints (4.18)
  6. Read Production Layouts (4.18)
  7. Read Technical Drawings (4.18)
  8. Solve Machine Tool Problems (3.86)
  9. Understand Engineering Data Or Reports (3.80)
  10. Understand Technical Operating, Service Or Repair Manuals (3.80)
  11. Monitor Equipment Or Machine Operation To Detect Problems (3.62)
  12. Use Drafting Or Mechanical Drawing Techniques (3.58)
  13. Calculate Engineering Specifications (3.54)
  14. Draw Prototypes, Plans, Or Maps To Scale (3.54)
  15. Lay Out Machining, Welding Or Precision Assembly Projects (3.54)