(Career Asssessments, Exploration & Counselling)
Career: Model Makers, Metal and Plastic
Job Description
Set up and operate machines, such as lathes, milling and engraving machines, and jig borers to make working models of metal or plastic objects.
Job Tasks
Importance %age |
Task Description |
100
|
Study blueprints, drawings, and sketches to determine material dimensions, required equipment, and operations sequences. |
100
|
Set up and operate machines such as lathes, drill presses, punch presses, or bandsaws to fabricate prototypes or models. |
98
|
Lay out and mark reference points and dimensions on materials, using measuring instruments and drawing or scribing tools. |
97
|
Rework or alter component model or parts as required to ensure that products meet standards. |
97
|
Devise and construct tools, dies, molds, jigs, and fixtures, or modify existing tools and equipment. |
94
|
Cut, shape, and form metal parts, using lathes, power saws, snips, power brakes and shears, files, and mallets. |
94
|
Grind, file, and sand parts to finished dimensions. |
93
|
Inspect and test products to verify conformance to specifications, using precision measuring instruments or circuit testers. |
92
|
Drill, countersink, and ream holes in parts and assemblies for bolts, screws, and other fasteners, using power tools. |
92
|
Consult and confer with engineering personnel to discuss developmental problems and to recommend product modifications. |
80
|
Assemble mechanical, electrical, and electronic components into models or prototypes, using hand tools, power tools, and fabricating machines. |
79
|
Align, fit, and join parts, using bolts and screws or by welding or gluing. |
74
|
Record specifications, production operations, and final dimensions of models for use in establishing operating standards and procedures. |
45
|
Wire and solder electrical and electronic connections and components. |
Work Activities
Importance %age |
Activity Description |
71
|
Controlling Machines and Processes
|
60
|
Thinking Creatively
|
60
|
Handling and Moving Objects
|
56
|
Making Decisions and Solving Problems
|
49
|
Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge
|
49
|
Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment
|
45
|
Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates
|
45
|
Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Material
|
45
|
Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships
|
44
|
Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings
|
40
|
Processing Information
|
38
|
Performing General Physical Activities
|
37
|
Getting Information
|
37
|
Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards
|
36
|
Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work
|
36
|
Assisting and Caring for Others
|
32
|
Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others
|
32
|
Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events
|
32
|
Analyzing Data or Information
|
32
|
Judging the Qualities of Things, Services, or People
|
32
|
Communicating with Persons Outside Organization
|
30
|
Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates
|
30
|
Interacting With Computers
|
30
|
Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others
|
30
|
Monitoring and Controlling Resources
|
29
|
Documenting/Recording Information
|
29
|
Coaching and Developing Others
|
28
|
Scheduling Work and Activities
|
27
|
Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment
|
27
|
Training and Teaching Others
|
27
|
Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information
|
27
|
Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment
|
26
|
Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others
|
24
|
Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment
|
22
|
Performing Administrative Activities
|
22
|
Selling or Influencing Others
|
20
|
Developing Objectives and Strategies
|
19
|
Developing and Building Teams
|
18
|
Provide Consultation and Advice to Others
|
7
|
Performing for or Working Directly with the Public
|
6
|
Staffing Organizational Units
|