Tool and Die Makers

KNOWLEDGE

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


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


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


• Design
  Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models.

SKILLS

• Operation and Control
  Controlling operations of equipment or systems.


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


• Quality Control Analysis
  Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate quality or performance.


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


• Equipment Selection
  Determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job.

ABILITIES

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


• Visualization
  The ability to imagine how something will look after it is moved around or when its parts are moved or rearranged.


• 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.


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


• 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.

PERSONALITY

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