Drilling and Boring Machine Tool Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic

KNOWLEDGE

• Mathematics
  Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.


• Mechanical
  Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.


• Production and Processing
  Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.

SKILLS

• Operations Monitoring
  Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly.


• Monitoring
  Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.


• Operation and Control
  Controlling operations of equipment or systems.


• 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.


• Critical Thinking
  Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.

ABILITIES

• 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.


• Control Precision
  The ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine or a vehicle to exact positions.


• Near Vision
  The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).


• 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.


• Oral Comprehension
  The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.

PERSONALITY

People interested in this work, will do well at jobs that need;