Skills by Occupation
The skills each role needs — from the EU's official ESCO classification.
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metalworking lathe operator
ESCO occupation · 19 essential, 26 optional skills. Click a skill to find jobs that mention it.
Essential skills
monitor moving workpiece in a machine
tend lathe
position cross slide of a lathe
ensure equipment availability
perform test run
set up lathe compound
supply machine
lathe machine parts
perform product testing
supply machine with appropriate tools
remove inadequate workpieces
types of lathe tools
quality and cycle time optimisation
monitor automated machines
types of metal
operate precision measuring equipment
monitor gauge
dispose of cutting waste material
remove processed workpiece
Optional & specialised skills
set up the controller of a machine
cutting technologies
mark processed workpiece
smooth burred surfaces
record production data for quality control
manufacturing of metal containers
manufacturing of weapons and ammunition
manufacturing of metal structures
perform machine maintenance
manufacturing of steam generators
apply precision metalworking techniques
consult technical resources
inspect quality of products
work ergonomically
operate lifting equipment
types of drill bits
apply cross-reference tools for product identification
keep records of work progress
replace machines
manufacturing of heating equipment
wear appropriate protective gear
types of metal manufacturing processes
manufacturing of steel drums and similar containers
ferrous metal processing
provide advice to technicians
mechanics
Other matches: metal planer operator · woodturner · lathe and turning machine operator · screw machine operator · veneer slicer operator
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.