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Occupation: Multiple Machine Tool Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic Change Occupation
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MULTIPLE MACHINE TOOL SETTERS, OPERATORS, AND TENDERS, METAL AND PLASTIC: NEW YORK

Occupation Description

Set up, operate, or tend more than one type of cutting or forming machine tool or robot.

State and National Wages

Location Pay
Period		 2008
10% 25% Median 75% 90%
United States Hourly $9.77 $11.86 $14.87 $18.76 $23.76
Yearly $20,300 $24,700 $30,900 $39,000 $49,400
New York Hourly $8.65 $11.08 $15.12 $20.10 $23.69
Yearly $18,000 $23,000 $31,400 $41,800 $49,300
Annual Wages for Multiple Machine Tool Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic

United States - $49,400 United States - $30,900 United States - $20,300 New York - $49,300 New York - $31,500 New York - $18,000
  • High is the wage at which 90% of workers earn less and 10% earn more.
  • Middle is the wage at which 50% of workers earn less and 50% earn more.
  • Low is the wage at which 10% of workers earn less and 90% earn more.

Hourly Wages for Multiple Machine Tool Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic

United States - $23.76 United States - $14.87 United States - $9.77 New York - $23.69 New York - $15.12 New York - $8.65
  • High is the wage at which 90% of workers earn less and 10% earn more.
  • Middle is the wage at which 50% of workers earn less and 50% earn more.
  • Low is the wage at which 10% of workers earn less and 90% earn more.

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National Data Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment Statistics Survey
State Data Source: New York Wage Information

State and National Trends

United States Employment Percent
Change		 Job Openings 1
2008 2018
Multiple machine tool setters, operators, and tenders, metal and plastic 86,000 73,400 -15% 1,680
New York Employment Percent
Change		 Job Openings 1
2006 2016
Multiple machine tool setters, operators, and tenders, metal and plastic 5,650 5,630 0% 110
1Job Openings refers to the average annual job openings due to growth and net replacement.

Note: The data for the State Employment Trends and the National Employment Trends are not directly comparable. The projections period for state data is 2006-2016, while the projections period for national data is 2008-2018.

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National Data Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Office of Occupational Statistics and Employment Projections
State Data Source: New York State Department of Labor

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

The most important knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs) are listed for Multiple Machine Tool Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic.

Knowledge:

  • Mechanical - Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.
  • Production and Processing - Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.
  • Mathematics - Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.
  • Design - Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models.
  • Administration and Management - Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modeling, leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of people and resources.

Skills:

  • Quality Control Analysis - Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate quality or performance.
  • Operation and Control - Controlling operations of equipment or systems.
  • Repairing - Repairing machines or systems using the needed tools.
  • Equipment Maintenance - Performing routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind of maintenance is needed.
  • Operation Monitoring - Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly.
  • Troubleshooting - Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.

Abilities:

  • Control Precision - The ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine or a vehicle to exact positions.
  • Arm-Hand Steadiness - The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while holding your arm and hand in one position.
  • Manual Dexterity - The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your two hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble objects.
  • Problem Sensitivity - The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does not involve solving the problem, only recognizing there is a problem.
  • Near Vision - The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).

Source: Occupational Information Network: Multiple Machine Tool Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic.

Tasks and Activities

Occupation specific tasks and the most important generalized work activities are listed for Multiple Machine Tool Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic.

Occupation Specific Tasks:

  • Align layout marks with dies or blades.
  • Change worn machine accessories, such as cutting tools and brushes, using hand tools.
  • Compute data such as gear dimensions and machine settings, applying knowledge of shop mathematics.
  • Extract or lift jammed pieces from machines, using fingers, wire hooks, or lift bars.
  • Inspect workpieces for defects, and measure workpieces to determine accuracy of machine operation, using rules, templates, or other measuring instruments.
  • Instruct other workers in machine set-up and operation.
  • Make minor electrical and mechanical repairs and adjustments to machines and notify supervisors when major service is required.
  • Measure and mark reference points and cutting lines on workpieces, using traced templates, compasses, and rules.
  • Move controls or mount gears, cams, or templates in machines to set feed rates and cutting speeds, depths, and angles.
  • Observe machine operation to detect workpiece defects or machine malfunctions, adjusting machines as necessary.
  • Perform minor machine maintenance, such as oiling or cleaning machines, dies, or workpieces, or adding coolant to machine reservoirs.
  • Position, adjust, and secure stock material or workpieces against stops, on arbors, or in chucks, fixtures, or automatic feeding mechanisms, manually or using hoists.
  • Read blueprints or job orders to determine product specifications and tooling instructions and to plan operational sequences.
  • Record operational data such as pressure readings, lengths of strokes, feed rates, and speeds.
  • Remove burrs, sharp edges, rust, or scale from workpieces, using files, hand grinders, wire brushes, or power tools.
  • Select the proper coolants and lubricants and start their flow.
  • Select, install, and adjust alignment of drills, cutters, dies, guides, and holding devices, using templates, measuring instruments, and hand tools.
  • Set machine stops or guides to specified lengths as indicated by scales, rules, or templates.
  • Set up and operate machines, such as lathes, cutters, shears, borers, millers, grinders, presses, drills, and auxiliary machines, to make metallic and plastic workpieces.
  • Start machines and turn handwheels or valves to engage feeding, cooling, and lubricating mechanisms.

Generalized Work Activities:

  • Controlling Machines and Processes - Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines or processes (not including computers or vehicles).
  • Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment - Servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, and equipment that operate primarily on the basis of mechanical (not electronic) principles.
  • Getting Information - Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.
  • Handling and Moving Objects - Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials, and manipulating things.
  • Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Material - Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects.

Detailed Work Activities:

  • adjust production equipment/machinery setup
  • clean equipment or machinery
  • compute production, construction, or installation specifications
  • demonstrate or explain assembly or use of equipment
  • examine products or work to verify conformance to specifications
  • install equipment or attachments on machinery or related structures
  • lay out machining, welding or precision assembly projects
  • load or unload material or workpiece into machinery
  • maintain or repair industrial or related equipment/machinery
  • maintain production or work records
  • measure, weigh, or count products or materials
  • monitor production machinery/equipment operation to detect problems
  • move or fit heavy objects
  • operate hoist, winch, or hydraulic boom
  • operate lathes
  • operate metal or plastic fabricating equipment/machinery
  • perform safety inspections in manufacturing or industrial setting
  • read blueprints
  • read specifications
  • read technical drawings
  • read work order, instructions, formulas, or processing charts
  • set up and operate variety of machine tools
  • set up computer numerical control machines
  • set up production equipment or machinery
  • understand machine setup instructions
  • understand technical operating, service or repair manuals
  • use hand or power tools
  • use precision measuring tools or equipment

Source: Occupational Information Network: Multiple Machine Tool Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic.

Tools and Technology

Multiple Machine Tool Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic  View Detailed Report

Tools:

  • Adjustable wrenches - Adjustable wrenches
  • Cutting machines - Lathe machines, Punching machines, Slitting machines
  • Lifting hooks - Lift bars, Lifting hooks
  • Milling cutters - Computer numerical controlled CNC milling machines, Cutting machines
  • Taps or dies - Dies, Taps

Technology:

  • Data base user interface and query software - Data entry software
  • Electronic mail software - Email software
  • Spreadsheet software - Spreadsheet software
  • Word processing software - Word processing software

Source: Occupational Information Network: Multiple Machine Tool Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic.

Education and Training

Occupation: Multiple Machine Tool Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic
Most Common Educational/Training Level: Moderate-term on-the-job training
Related Instructional Programs:

  • Machine Shop Technology/Assistant
  • Machine Tool Technology/Machinist
Distribution of Educational Attainment
Occupation Percent of employees aged 25 to 44 in the occupation whose highest level of educational attainment is
Less than high school diploma High school diploma or equivalent Some college, no degree Associate's degree Bachelor's degree Master's degree Doctoral or professional degree
Multiple machine tool setters, operators, and tenders, metal and plastic 23.3% 50.3% 17.3% 4.8% 3.6% 0.4% 0.2%
Metal Workers and Plastic Workers 18.7% 49.9% 20.7% 6.5% 3.5% 0.5% 0.2%
Production 21.1% 45.4% 20% 6.4% 5.9% 1% 0.3%
Total, All Occupations 10.7% 27.6% 20.6% 8.9% 19.4% 8.3% 4.5%

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Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Office of Occupational Statistics and Employment Projections (Education/Training Level, Educational Attainment); National Center for Education Statistics (Typical Instructional Programs)

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Web Resources

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Production

Assemblers and Fabricators
Food Processing Workers
Metal Workers and Plastic Workers
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Plant and System Operators
Printing Workers
Supervisors, Production Workers
Textile, Apparel, and Furnishings Workers
Woodworkers

Assemblers and Fabricators
Food Processing Workers
Metal Workers and Plastic Workers
Other Production Occupations
Plant and System Operators
Printing Workers
Supervisors, Production Workers
Textile, Apparel, and Furnishings Workers
Woodworkers


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