Computer-Controlled Machine Tool Operators - Metal and Plastic

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Job Description


	Operate computer-controlled machines or robots to perform one or more machine functions on metal or plastic work pieces.

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Job Requirements


	Experience: Some previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience may be helpful in these occupations, but usually is not needed. For example, a drywall installer might benefit from experience installing drywall, but an inexperienced person could still learn to be an installer with little difficulty.

	Education: These occupations usually require a high school diploma and may require some vocational training or job-related course work. In some cases, an associate's or bachelor's degree could be needed.

	Training: Employees in these occupations need anywhere from a few months to one year of working with experienced employees.

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Significant Points


	(Abstract from Career Articles)

	Computer-Control Programmers and Operators

Manufacturing industries employ almost all of these workers. Workers learn in apprenticeship programs, informally on the job, and in secondary, vocational, or postsecondary schools; many entrants have previously worked as machinists or machine setters, operators, and tenders. Despite the projected decline in employment, job opportunities should be good, as employers are expected to continue to have difficulty finding qualified workers.
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Top Ten Industries

U.S. National Figures.

Computer-controlled machine tool operators, metal and plastic
Machine Shops; Turned Product; and Screw, Nut, and Bolt Manufacturing	24,070
Motor Vehicle Parts Manufacturing	13,190
Metalworking Machinery Manufacturing	10,590
Other Fabricated Metal Product Manufacturing	7,260
Plastics Product Manufacturing	6,970
Aerospace Product and Parts Manufacturing	6,960
Other General Purpose Machinery Manufacturing	6,340
Architectural and Structural Metals Manufacturing	4,160
Agriculture, Construction, and Mining Machinery Manufacturing	3,930
Medical Equipment and Supplies Manufacturing	3,840

Career Video

Title: "Numerical Control Machine Tool Operators, Metal and Plastic"

Duration: 00:55

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Salaries

U.S. National Averages.

Computer-controlled machine tool operators, metal and plastic
Average Annual Salary	$35,570
Average Hourly Wage	$17.10
Total Employment	129,780