Multiple Machine Tool Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic

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

Tasks Include:

Inspect workpieces for defects, and measure workpieces to determine accuracy of machine operation, using rules, templates, or other measuring instruments.
Observe machine operation to detect workpiece defects or machine malfunctions, adjusting machines as necessary.
Read blueprints or job orders to determine product specifications and tooling instructions and to plan operational sequences.
Set up and operate machines, such as lathes, cutters, shears, borers, millers, grinders, presses, drills, or auxiliary machines, to make metallic and plastic workpieces.
Position, adjust, and secure stock material or workpieces against stops, on arbors, or in chucks, fixtures, or automatic feeding mechanisms, manually or using hoists.
Select, install, and adjust alignment of drills, cutters, dies, guides, and holding devices, using templates, measuring instruments, and hand tools.
Change worn machine accessories, such as cutting tools or brushes, using hand tools.

The data sources for the information displayed here include: O*NET™; US Department of Labor (BLS); Virginia Workforce Connection. (Using onet291)

Projections Quick View:

Virginia: -2.3%

National: +1.8%

Education

High School Diploma

Job Zone:

Two: Some Preparation Needed

Income Range:

Moderately High ($36,000 - $49,999)

Median Earnings:

National

$41,600.00

State

$45,740.00

Regional

Multiple Machine Tool Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic

Description

Career Cluster:

Manufacturing

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

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Multiple Machine Tool Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic

Education

Required Level of Education

High School Diploma - or the equivalent (for example, GED) = 81.65%
Post-Secondary Certificate - awarded for training completed after high school (for example, in agriculture or natural resources, computer services, personal or culinary services, engineering technologies, healthcare, construction trades, mechanic and repair technologies, or precision production) = 7.64%
Some College Courses = 5.64%
Associate's Degree (or other 2-year degree) = 3.94%
Less than a High School Diploma = 1.13%

Related Work Experience

None = 41.46%
Over 2 years, up to and including 4 years = 21.20%
Over 6 months, up to and including 1 year = 14.42%
Over 4 years, up to and including 6 years = 7.64%
Over 1 year, up to and including 2 years = 7.21%
Over 3 months, up to and including 6 months = 5.64%
Over 1 month, up to and including 3 months = 1.31%
Up to and including 1 month = 1.13%

On-Site or In-Plant Training

Over 2 years, up to and including 4 years = 21.27%
Over 3 months, up to and including 6 months = 19.88%
Over 6 months, up to and including 1 year = 16.49%
Up to and including 1 month = 15.71%
Over 1 year, up to and including 2 years = 12.85%
None = 12.67%
Over 1 month, up to and including 3 months = 1.13%

On-the-Job Training

Over 1 year, up to and including 2 years = 25.17%
Over 3 months, up to and including 6 months = 22.32%
Over 1 month, up to and including 3 months = 17.78%
Over 2 years, up to and including 4 years = 14.85%
Anything beyond short demonstration, up to and including 1 month = 10.60%
Over 6 months, up to and including 1 year = 9.29%

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Multiple Machine Tool Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic

Tasks

Core Tasks Include:

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

Supplemental Tasks Include:

Align layout marks with dies or blades.
Measure and mark reference points and cutting lines on workpieces, using traced templates, compasses, and rules.
Write programs for computer numerical control (CNC) machines to cut metal and plastic materials.

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Multiple Machine Tool Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic

Tools and Technology

Tools Include:

Adjustable wrenches
Power saws (Band saws)
Blow molding machines (Blow-molding machines)
Boring tools
Power buffers (Buffing machines)
Hammers (Claw hammers)
Compasses
Milling cutters (Computer numerical controlled CNC milling machines)
Milling cutters (Cutting machines)
Desktop computers
Taps or dies (Dies)
Scales (Drafting scales)
Power drills (Drilling machines)
Extruders (Extruding machines)
Facial shields (Face masks)
Files
Gear shapers (Gear hobbers)
Grease guns
Power grinders (Grinding machines)
Grinders (Hand grinders)
Shears (Hand shears)
Height gauges
Injection molding machines
Cutting machines (Lathe machines)
Lifting hooks (Lift bars)
Lifting hooks
Locking pliers
Forklift or elevator accessories or supplies (Mechanical booms)
Micrometers
Milling machines
Track cranes (Overhead cranes)
Planing machines
Polishing machines
Hoists (Power hoists)
Workshop presses (Press brakes)
Ear plugs (Protective ear plugs)
Cutting machines (Punching machines)
Loading equipment (Robotic loading equipment)
Safety glasses
Respiration air supplying self contained breathing apparatus or accessories (Self-contained breathing apparatus)
Cutting machines (Slitting machines)
Rulers (Steel rules)
Screwdrivers (Straight screwdrivers)
Tangent benders
Taps or dies (Taps)
Templates
Tube bending machinery (Tube benders)
Turning machines
Wing benders
Wire brushes

Technologies Include:

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

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Multiple Machine Tool Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic

Knowledge

%	Subject	Description
77.75	Production and Processing	Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.
73.50	Mechanical	Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.
65.00	Mathematics	Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.
56.75	English Language	Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
51.75	Design	Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models.

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Skills

%	Subject	Description
75.00	Operations Monitoring	Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly.
59.50	Quality Control Analysis	Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate quality or performance.
53.00	Monitoring	Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.
53.00	Operation and Control	Controlling operations of equipment or systems.
53.00	Equipment Maintenance	Performing routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind of maintenance is needed.
53.00	Judgment and Decision Making	Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.
50.00	Reading Comprehension	Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.
50.00	Active Listening	Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
50.00	Speaking	Talking to others to convey information effectively.
50.00	Critical Thinking	Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
50.00	Social Perceptiveness	Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
50.00	Complex Problem Solving	Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
50.00	Troubleshooting	Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.
50.00	Repairing	Repairing machines or systems using the needed tools.

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Multiple Machine Tool Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic

Abilities

%	Subject	Description
72.00	Near Vision	The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
72.00	Control Precision	The ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine or a vehicle to exact positions.
72.00	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.
68.75	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.
65.50	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 that there is a problem.
59.50	Visualization	The ability to imagine how something will look after it is moved around or when its parts are moved or rearranged.
56.25	Information Ordering	The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according to a specific rule or set of rules (e.g., patterns of numbers, letters, words, pictures, mathematical operations).
53.00	Written Comprehension	The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
53.00	Multilimb Coordination	The ability to coordinate two or more limbs (for example, two arms, two legs, or one leg and one arm) while sitting, standing, or lying down. It does not involve performing the activities while the whole body is in motion.
53.00	Reaction Time	The ability to quickly respond (with the hand, finger, or foot) to a signal (sound, light, picture) when it appears.
53.00	Speech Recognition	The ability to identify and understand the speech of another person.
53.00	Selective Attention	The ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distracted.
53.00	Oral Comprehension	The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.
53.00	Finger Dexterity	The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or both hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble very small objects.
53.00	Far Vision	The ability to see details at a distance.
50.00	Deductive Reasoning	The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.
50.00	Inductive Reasoning	The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusions (includes finding a relationship among seemingly unrelated events).
50.00	Flexibility of Closure	The ability to identify or detect a known pattern (a figure, object, word, or sound) that is hidden in other distracting material.
50.00	Perceptual Speed	The ability to quickly and accurately compare similarities and differences among sets of letters, numbers, objects, pictures, or patterns. The things to be compared may be presented at the same time or one after the other. This ability also includes comparing a presented object with a remembered object.
50.00	Extent Flexibility	The ability to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with your body, arms, and/or legs.
50.00	Speech Clarity	The ability to speak clearly so others can understand you.
50.00	Category Flexibility	The ability to generate or use different sets of rules for combining or grouping things in different ways.
50.00	Hearing Sensitivity	The ability to detect or tell the differences between sounds that vary in pitch and loudness.
50.00	Auditory Attention	The ability to focus on a single source of sound in the presence of other distracting sounds.
50.00	Rate Control	The ability to time your movements or the movement of a piece of equipment in anticipation of changes in the speed and/or direction of a moving object or scene.

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Multiple Machine Tool Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic

Work Activities

%	Subject	Description
85.50	Getting Information	Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.
85.00	Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events	Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or similarities, and detecting changes in circumstances or events.
84.25	Controlling Machines and Processes	Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines or processes (not including computers or vehicles).
84.00	Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials	Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects.
83.25	Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards	Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with laws, regulations, or standards.
83.00	Making Decisions and Solving Problems	Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.
81.50	Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings	Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment, to detect or assess problems.
80.25	Processing Information	Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying information or data.
79.50	Handling and Moving Objects	Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials, and manipulating things.
78.25	Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information	Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resources, or materials needed to perform a work activity.
76.75	Analyzing Data or Information	Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by breaking down information or data into separate parts.
76.50	Judging the Qualities of Objects, Services, or People	Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.
74.50	Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge	Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.
72.25	Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment	Servicing, repairing, calibrating, regulating, fine-tuning, or testing machines, devices, and equipment that operate primarily on the basis of electrical or electronic (not mechanical) principles.
72.25	Documenting/Recording Information	Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in written or electronic/magnetic form.
71.75	Performing General Physical Activities	Performing physical activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling materials.
71.00	Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates	Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.
69.25	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.
68.25	Thinking Creatively	Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, systems, or products, including artistic contributions.
67.50	Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work	Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work.
64.75	Coaching and Developing Others	Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherwise helping others to improve their knowledge or skills.
64.25	Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships	Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and maintaining them over time.
64.25	Training and Teaching Others	Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or training programs or classes, and teaching or instructing others.
63.75	Working with Computers	Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to program, write software, set up functions, enter data, or process information.
62.50	Developing Objectives and Strategies	Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to achieve them.
62.50	Scheduling Work and Activities	Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others.
55.50	Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others	Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks.
54.25	Developing and Building Teams	Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team members.
54.25	Performing Administrative Activities	Performing day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files and processing paperwork.
53.00	Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others	Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used.

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Multiple Machine Tool Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic

Work Styles

%	Subject	Description
90.75	Attention to Detail	Job requires being careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks.
84.75	Persistence	Job requires persistence in the face of obstacles.
83.75	Dependability	Job requires being reliable, responsible, and dependable, and fulfilling obligations.
83.25	Stress Tolerance	Job requires accepting criticism and dealing calmly and effectively with high-stress situations.
83.25	Integrity	Job requires being honest and ethical.
83.00	Adaptability/Flexibility	Job requires being open to change (positive or negative) and to considerable variety in the workplace.
81.75	Initiative	Job requires a willingness to take on responsibilities and challenges.
79.00	Independence	Job requires developing one's own ways of doing things, guiding oneself with little or no supervision, and depending on oneself to get things done.
78.00	Achievement/Effort	Job requires establishing and maintaining personally challenging achievement goals and exerting effort toward mastering tasks.
76.75	Cooperation	Job requires being pleasant with others on the job and displaying a good-natured, cooperative attitude.
74.25	Self-Control	Job requires maintaining composure, keeping emotions in check, controlling anger, and avoiding aggressive behavior, even in very difficult situations.
73.25	Analytical Thinking	Job requires analyzing information and using logic to address work-related issues and problems.
64.25	Innovation	Job requires creativity and alternative thinking to develop new ideas for and answers to work-related problems.
63.00	Leadership	Job requires a willingness to lead, take charge, and offer opinions and direction.
61.50	Concern for Others	Job requires being sensitive to others' needs and feelings and being understanding and helpful on the job.
55.00	Social Orientation	Job requires preferring to work with others rather than alone, and being personally connected with others on the job.

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Multiple Machine Tool Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic

Work Values

%	Subject	Description
66.67	Support	Occupations that satisfy this work value offer supportive management that stands behind employees. Corresponding needs are Company Policies, Supervision: Human Relations and Supervision: Technical.

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Multiple Machine Tool Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic

Work Context

%	Subject	Description
99.20	Wear Common Protective or Safety Equipment such as Safety Shoes, Glasses, Gloves, Hearing Protection, Hard Hats, or Life Jackets	How much does this job require wearing common protective or safety equipment such as safety shoes, glasses, gloves, hard hats or life jackets?
97.20	Face-to-Face Discussions	How often do you have to have face-to-face discussions with individuals or teams in this job?
93.80	Importance of Being Exact or Accurate	How important is being very exact or highly accurate in performing this job?
89.20	Time Pressure	How often does this job require the worker to meet strict deadlines?
87.20	Spend Time Standing	How much does this job require standing?
84.80	Spend Time Using Your Hands to Handle, Control, or Feel Objects, Tools, or Controls	How much does this job require using your hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools or controls?
79.40	Contact With Others	How much does this job require the worker to be in contact with others (face-to-face, by telephone, or otherwise) in order to perform it?
79.00	Pace Determined by Speed of Equipment	How important is it to this job that the pace is determined by the speed of equipment or machinery? (This does not refer to keeping busy at all times on this job.)
78.00	Freedom to Make Decisions	How much decision making freedom, without supervision, does the job offer?
75.80	Indoors, Environmentally Controlled	How often does this job require working indoors in environmentally controlled conditions?
75.60	Work With Work Group or Team	How important is it to work with others in a group or team in this job?
70.20	Responsible for Others' Health and Safety	How much responsibility is there for the health and safety of others in this job?
67.60	Structured versus Unstructured Work	To what extent is this job structured for the worker, rather than allowing the worker to determine tasks, priorities, and goals?
66.40	Electronic Mail	How often do you use electronic mail in this job?
66.20	Exposed to Minor Burns, Cuts, Bites, or Stings	How often does this job require exposure to minor burns, cuts, bites, or stings?
63.60	Consequence of Error	How serious would the result usually be if the worker made a mistake that was not readily correctable?
63.60	Coordinate or Lead Others	How important is it to coordinate or lead others in accomplishing work activities in this job?
63.00	Sounds, Noise Levels Are Distracting or Uncomfortable	How often does this job require working exposed to sounds and noise levels that are distracting or uncomfortable?
62.80	Exposed to Hazardous Equipment	How often does this job require exposure to hazardous equipment?
61.40	Physical Proximity	To what extent does this job require the worker to perform job tasks in close physical proximity to other people?
60.40	Responsibility for Outcomes and Results	How responsible is the worker for work outcomes and results of other workers?
60.40	Degree of Automation	How automated is the job?
60.40	Exposed to Contaminants	How often does this job require working exposed to contaminants (such as pollutants, gases, dust or odors)?
60.00	Spend Time Walking and Running	How much does this job require walking and running?
59.60	Impact of Decisions on Co-workers or Company Results	What results do your decisions usually have on other people or the image or reputation or financial resources of your employer?
58.60	Importance of Repeating Same Tasks	How important is repeating the same physical activities (e.g., key entry) or mental activities (e.g., checking entries in a ledger) over and over, without stopping, to performing this job?
57.80	Spend Time Making Repetitive Motions	How much does this job require making repetitive motions?
57.60	Spend Time Bending or Twisting the Body	How much does this job require bending or twisting your body?
55.80	Indoors, Not Environmentally Controlled	How often does this job require working indoors in non-controlled environmental conditions (e.g., warehouse without heat)?
55.60	Frequency of Decision Making	How frequently is the worker required to make decisions that affect other people, the financial resources, and/or the image and reputation of the organization?
55.00	Frequency of Conflict Situations	How often are there conflict situations the employee has to face in this job?
54.60	Letters and Memos	How often does the job require written letters and memos?
52.40	Level of Competition	To what extent does this job require the worker to compete or to be aware of competitive pressures?

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Multiple Machine Tool Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic

Job Zone Two: Some Preparation Needed

Overall Experience
- Some previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is usually needed. For example, a teller would benefit from experience working directly with the public.
Job Training
- Employees in these occupations need anywhere from a few months to one year of working with experienced employees. A recognized apprenticeship program may be associated with these occupations.
Examples
- These occupations often involve using your knowledge and skills to help others. Examples include orderlies, counter and rental clerks, customer service representatives, security guards, upholsterers, tellers, and dental laboratory technicians.
Education
- These occupations usually require a high school diploma.

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Multiple Machine Tool Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic

Earnings Benefits*

Region	Entry Level	Median	Experienced
United States	$31,240.00	$41,600.00	$49,660.00
Virginia	$30,690.00	$45,740.00	$55,320.00

Region	Entry Level	Median	Experienced
Alexandria/Arlington	No Data	No Data	No Data
Bay Consortium	No Data	No Data	No Data
Capital Region Workforce Partnership	$36,190.00	$49,370.00	$64,670.00
Central VA/Region2000	No Data	No Data	No Data
Crater Area	No Data	No Data	No Data
Greater Peninsula	No Data	No Data	No Data
Hampton Roads	$34,240.00	$46,010.00	$49,410.00
New River/Mt. Rogers	$30,890.00	$36,670.00	$39,110.00
Northern Virginia	No Data	No Data	No Data
Piedmont Workforce	No Data	No Data	No Data
Shenandoah Valley	$38,220.00	$55,320.00	$57,560.00
South Central	No Data	No Data	No Data
Southwestern Virginia	No Data	No Data	No Data
West Piedmont	$29,760.00	$35,400.00	$37,780.00
Western Virginia	$33,370.00	$51,690.00	$53,860.00

* Earnings Calculations:

Regional Earnings:
   Entry = Annual mean of the lower 1/3 wage distribution;
   Experienced = Annual mean of the upper 2/3 wage distribution.

National and State Earnings:
   Entry = Annual 10th percentile wage;
   Experienced = Annual 75th percentile wage.

The data sources for the information displayed here include: US Department of Labor (BLS); Virginia Workforce Connection. (Using onet291)

Multiple Machine Tool Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic

Employment Projections

USA: 2023-2033

Virginia: 2022-2032

Regions: 2020-2030

	Current	Projected	% Change
United States	130,000	132,300	+1.8%
Virginia	1,529	1,494	-2.3%

Region	Current*	Projected	% Change
Alexandria/Arlington	No Data	No Data	No Data
Bay Consortium	No Data	No Data	No Data
Capital Region Workforce Partnership	No Data	No Data	No Data
Central VA/Region2000	No Data	No Data	No Data
Crater Area	No Data	No Data	No Data
Greater Peninsula	No Data	No Data	No Data
Hampton Roads	No Data	No Data	No Data
New River/Mt. Rogers	No Data	No Data	No Data
Northern Virginia	No Data	No Data	No Data
Piedmont Workforce	No Data	No Data	No Data
Shenandoah Valley	No Data	No Data	No Data
South Central	No Data	No Data	No Data
Southwestern Virginia	No Data	No Data	No Data
West Piedmont	No Data	No Data	No Data
Western Virginia	No Data	No Data	No Data

* - Estimated

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Multiple Machine Tool Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic

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Proficiency Ratings

These proficiencies are scored on a scale from 1 to 5 with 1 being not
important to the job and 5 being extremely important to the job.

Proficiency	Rating
Getting Information	4.5
Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events	4.5
Controlling Machines and Processes	4.5
Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials	4.5
Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards	4.5
Making Decisions and Solving Problems	4.5
Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings	4.5
Processing Information	4.0
Handling and Moving Objects	4.0
Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information	4.0
Analyzing Data or Information	4.0
Judging the Qualities of Objects, Services, or People	4.0
Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge	4.0
Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment	4.0
Documenting/Recording Information	4.0
Performing General Physical Activities	4.0
Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates	4.0
Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment	4.0
Thinking Creatively	3.5
Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work	3.5
Coaching and Developing Others	3.5
Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships	3.5
Training and Teaching Others	3.5
Working with Computers	3.5
Developing Objectives and Strategies	3.5
Scheduling Work and Activities	3.5
Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others	3.0
Developing and Building Teams	3.0
Performing Administrative Activities	3.0
Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others	3.0
Assisting and Caring for Others	3.0
Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment	3.0
Providing Consultation and Advice to Others	3.0
Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others	2.5
Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates	2.5
Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment	2.5
Communicating with People Outside the Organization	2.5
Monitoring and Controlling Resources	2.0
Staffing Organizational Units	2.0
Performing for or Working Directly with the Public	2.0
Selling or Influencing Others	2.0

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Multiple Machine Tool Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic

Titles

Automatic Wheel-Line Operator
Ballistics Laboratory Gunsmith
Cell Technician
Centrifugal Control Switch Machine Operator
CNC Machine Setter (Computer Numerically Controlled Machine Setter)
CNC Machinist (Computer Numerically Controlled Machinist)
CNC Operator (Computer Numerically Controlled Operator)
Combination Machine Tool Operator
Combination Machine Tool Setter
Developmental Machinist
Die Repairman
Die Setter
Electrode Turner and Finisher
Fabrication Set-Up Person
Four-Slide Machine Setter
Gear Cutting Machine Set-Up Operator
Gear Hobber Set-Up Operator
Gear Milling Machine Set-Up Operator
Gear Shaper Set-Up Operator
Gear Shaver Set-Up Operator
Gunsmith
Injection Molding Technician
Lathe Operator
Loading Machine Tool Setter
Machine Operator
Machine Set-Up Operator
Machine Set-Up Person
Machine Setter
Machine Technician
Machine Tool Operator
Machine Try-Out Setter
Machinist
Manufacturing Assistant
Manufacturing Associate
Manufacturing Operator
Metal and Plastic Combination Machine Tool Operator
Metal and Plastic Combination Machine Tool Setter
Metal and Plastic Transfer Machine Operator
Mold Maker
Multi-Operation Forming Machine Operator
Multi-operation Forming Machine Setter
Operator
Ornamental Metal Worker
Ornamental Metal Worker Apprentice
Production Gear Cutting Machine Operator
Production Machine Tender
Production Operator
Rim Roller Operator
Set-Up Person
Shear Operator
Spiral Bevel Gear Generator Set-Up Operator
Spring Maker
Spring Manufacturing Set-Up Technician
Straight Bevel Gear Generator Set-Up Operator
Tool and Die Maker
Tool Gear Cutting Machine Set-Up Operator
Tool Machine Setup Operator
Tooling Set-Up Person
Transfer Machine Operator
Trim Machine Operator
Utility Operator

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Multiple Machine Tool Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic

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