How do they match: 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.

  • Establish zero reference points on workpieces, such as at the intersections of two edges or over hole locations.
  • Lay out reference lines and machining locations on work, using layout tools, and applying knowledge of shop math and layout techniques.
  • Lift workpieces onto work tables either manually or with hoists or direct crane operators to lift and position workpieces.
  • Move machine controls to lower tools to workpieces and to engage automatic feeds.
  • Operate single- or multiple-spindle drill presses to bore holes so that machining operations can be performed on metal or plastic workpieces.
  • Position and secure workpieces on tables, using bolts, jigs, clamps, shims, or other holding devices.
  • Verify conformance of machined work to specifications, using measuring instruments, such as calipers, micrometers, or fixed or telescoping gauges.
  • Verify that workpiece reference lines are parallel to the axis of table rotation, using dial indicators mounted in spindles.

  • Align parts or workpieces to ensure proper assembly.
  • Draw guide lines or markings on materials or workpieces using patterns or other references.
  • Lift materials or workpieces using cranes or other lifting equipment.
  • Measure dimensions of completed products or workpieces to verify conformance to specifications.
  • Mount materials or workpieces onto production equipment.
  • Read work orders or other instructions to determine product specifications or materials requirements.
  • Signal others to coordinate work activities.