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U.S. Dept. of Labor code 51-4032.00Market Standard — pending BLS/OEWS enrichment

Drilling and Boring Machine Tool Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic

Set up, operate, or tend drilling machines to drill, bore, ream, mill, or countersink metal or plastic work pieces.

What this job is about

Ensure precision in machining operations for metal and plastic workpieces.

What this work involves, step by step

AI can help most with the planning, drafting, and paperwork below — not the hands-on parts.

  1. 1

    Study machining instructions

    Review job orders or blueprints to determine specifications and tooling requirements.

  2. 2

    Position and secure workpieces

    Use bolts, jigs, and clamps to secure workpieces on machine tables.

  3. 3

    Set cutting parameters

    Select cutting speeds, feed rates, and tools based on material properties and instructions.

  4. 4

    Operate drilling machines

    Engage machine controls to bore holes in workpieces as specified.

  5. 5

    Verify machined work

    Use measuring instruments to ensure conformance of workpieces to specifications.

Tools used in this work
Microsoft ExcelMicrosoft Office softwareMicrosoft WordSAP software

Free — no credit card required. 200 messages included.