As a Metal Sawing Machine Operator, you will need to master following:

• use automatic programming

More generally, a metal sawing machine operator is also versed in:

• dispose of cutting waste material
• ensure equipment availability
• manufacturing processes
• monitor automated machines
• operate precision measuring equipment
• program a CNC controller
• quality and cycle time optimisation
• quality standards
• read standard blueprints
• remove inadequate workpieces
• remove processed workpiece
• set up the controller of a machine
• statistical process control
• supply machine
• supply machine with appropriate tools
• tend metal sawing machine
• troubleshoot
• types of metal
• types of sawing blades
• use CAM software
• wear appropriate protective gear

It also helps to know the following:

• ferrous metal processing
• manufacturing of cutlery
• manufacturing of doors from metal
• manufacturing of heating equipment
• manufacturing of light metal packaging
• manufacturing of metal assembly products
• manufacturing of metal containers
• manufacturing of metal household articles
• manufacturing of metal structures
• manufacturing of small metal parts
• manufacturing of steam generators
• manufacturing of steel drums and similar containers
• manufacturing of tools
• manufacturing of weapons and ammunition
• types of metal manufacturing processes
• advise on machinery malfunctions
• apply cross-reference tools for product identification
• consult technical resources
• cutting technologies
• electrical engineering
• inspect quality of products
• mark processed workpiece
• mechanics
• monitor conveyor belt
• perform machine maintenance
• perform product testing
• perform test run
• record production data for quality control
• replace machines
• replace sawing blade on machine
• work ergonomically