Hard Skills
IntermediateMetal Cutting and Forming Machine OperationSetting up, operating, and monitoring machines that use cutting tools or forming dies to shape metal products according to specifications.
IntermediatePrecision Measurement and GaugingUsing precision instruments such as micrometers, calipers, and go/no-go gauges to verify that metal components meet strict dimensional tolerances.
IntermediateEquipment Maintenance and Tooling ChangeoverPerforming routine maintenance tasks on machines and changing out dies or cutting blades to accommodate different product types.
FoundationalIndustrial Safety and Hazard RecognitionUnderstanding and applying safety protocols such as Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), machine guarding, and the proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
IntermediateBlueprint and Specification ReadingInterpreting technical drawings, work orders, and engineering specifications to determine the correct dimensions and material requirements for production.
AdvancedOperational TroubleshootingIdentifying mechanical malfunctions or material inconsistencies during the forming process and taking corrective action to resolve the issue.