Skills by Occupation
The skills each role needs — from the EU's official ESCO classification.
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metal sawing machine operator
ESCO occupation · 22 essential, 31 optional skills. Click a skill to find jobs that mention it.
Essential skills
monitor automated machines
dispose of cutting waste material
remove processed workpiece
ensure equipment availability
set up the controller of a machine
quality and cycle time optimisation
remove inadequate workpieces
types of metal
read standard blueprints
manufacturing processes
operate precision measuring equipment
tend metal sawing machine
supply machine
program a CNC controller
types of sawing blades
quality standards
use automatic programming
supply machine with appropriate tools
troubleshoot
statistical process control
wear appropriate protective gear
use CAM software
Optional & specialised skills
electrical engineering
replace sawing blade on machine
manufacturing of cutlery
monitor conveyor belt
manufacturing of light metal packaging
perform machine maintenance
cutting technologies
manufacturing of doors from metal
work ergonomically
apply cross-reference tools for product identification
perform test run
manufacturing of tools
manufacturing of small metal parts
consult technical resources
types of metal manufacturing processes
mechanics
record production data for quality control
mark processed workpiece
manufacturing of heating equipment
ferrous metal processing
provide advice to technicians
replace machines
manufacturing of metal assembly products
inspect quality of products
manufacturing of steel drums and similar containers
perform product testing
manufacturing of weapons and ammunition
manufacturing of steam generators
manufacturing of metal containers
manufacturing of metal household articles
manufacturing of metal structures
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Coming next: live skill demand and trends — how often each skill
actually appears in job ads — arrive with the EURES / Cedefop integration. The skills above
are the canonical requirements for the role from the EU ESCO taxonomy.