Use tools, machinery, and measurement devices to develop a process to fabricate tools, dies, or parts of assemblies according to specifications. Make and repair dies, cutting tools, machinists’ hand tools, fixtures, and jigs using computer numerically controlled machines or manually controlled machines such as lathes, milling machines, and grinders. Inspect parts produced to be sure they conform to tolerances using micrometers, calipers, gauge blocks, and dial indicators. Must be able to visualize dimensions and shapes by interpreting blueprints and drawings.
Holand Code
RIC
Field/Cluster:
Manufacturing and Product Design
Future Jobs Avail:
Education Level:
3
Job Growth (%)
Annual Job Opening
Lowest 10% Salary ($)
32660
Median Salary ($)
52750
Highest 90% Salary ($)
76900
Work Values
Responsibilities
Skills and Knowledge (Strengths and Talents)
Emerging Jobs
Work Values
Responsibilities
Skills and Knowledge (Strengths and Talents)
Emerging Jobs
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