How do they match: Lathe and Turning Machine Tool Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic

  • Computer Numerical Control Lathe Operator
  • Computer Numerical Control Machinist
  • Computer Numerical Control Operator
  • Computer Numerical Control Turning Machine Operator
  • Manual Lathe Operator

  • Compute unspecified dimensions and machine settings, using knowledge of metal properties and shop mathematics.
  • Lift metal stock or workpieces manually or using hoists, and position and secure them in machines, using fasteners and hand tools.
  • Move toolholders manually or by turning handwheels, or engage automatic feeding mechanisms to feed tools to and along workpieces.