ISCO Occupation Group 7223.16 Plasma Cutting Machine Operator

From Open Risk Manual

Definition

Plasma Cutting Machine Operator: Plasma cutting machine operators set up and operate plasma cutting machines designed to cut and shape excess material from a metal workpiece using a plasma torch at a temperature hot enough to melt and cut the metal by burning it and works at a speed that blows away the molten metal from the clear cut.

Essential Skills

  • Remove Processed Workpiece
  • Monitor Automated Machines
  • Remove Inadequate Workpieces
  • Ensure Equipment Availability
  • Dispose Of Cutting Waste Material
  • Supply Machine
  • Quality Standards
  • Wear Appropriate Protective Gear
  • Troubleshoot
  • Plasma Torches
  • Perform Test Run
  • Operate Precision Measuring Equipment
  • Consult Technical Resources
  • Tend Plasma Cutting Machine
  • Set Up The Controller Of A Machine
  • Types Of Metal
  • Apply Cross-Reference Tools For Product Identification


Optional Skills

  • Statistical Process Control
  • Record Production Data For Quality Control
  • Quality And Cycle Time Optimisation
  • Manufacturing Of Door Furniture From Metal
  • Interpret Geometric Dimensions And Tolerances
  • Monitor Stock Level
  • Perform Product Testing
  • Manufacturing Of Metal Containers
  • Manufacturing Of Cutlery
  • Manufacturing Of Doors From Metal
  • Manufacturing Of Heating Equipment
  • Read Standard Blueprints
  • Mark Processed Workpiece
  • Apply Control Process Statistical Methods
  • Cutting Technologies
  • Types Of Metal Manufacturing Processes
  • Ferrous Metal Processing
  • Provide Advice To Technicians
  • Electrical Engineering
  • Keep Records Of Work Progress
  • Use Cam Software
  • Inspect Quality Of Products
  • Maintain Mechanical Equipment
  • Manufacturing Of Steam Generators
  • Manufacturing Of Weapons And Ammunition
  • Program A Cnc Controller
  • Replace Machines


Alternative Names

  • Plasma Cutter Operator
  • Acetylene Cutter
  • Plasma Burning Torch Operator
  • Acetylene Torch Cutter
  • Plasma Torch Machine Operative
  • Plasma Torch Machine Operator
  • Plasma Burning Machine Operator
  • Arc Torch Cutter
  • Arc Cutter
  • Plasma Burning Machine Technician
  • Plasma Cutter Operative
  • Plasma Burning Torch Technician


Higher Level