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planer thicknesser operator
ESCO occupation · 21 essential, 25 optional skills. Click a skill to find jobs that mention it.
Essential skills
adjust planer
ensure equipment availability
set up the cutter head
ensure conformity to specifications
dispose of cutting waste material
set up the controller of a machine
wear appropriate protective gear
quality standards
maintain wood thickness
troubleshoot
woodworking processes
manipulate wood
types of wood
work safely with machines
perform test run
remove processed workpiece
cutting technologies
supply machine
adjust properties of cut
remove inadequate workpieces
operate thickness planer machine
Optional & specialised skills
carry out measurements of parts
identify hazards in the workplace
check quality of raw materials
clean wood surface
inspect planed woodstock
conduct routine machinery checks
sanding techniques
keep records of work progress
perform machine maintenance
operate manual planer
program a CNC controller
monitor conveyor belt
sand wood
types of planing cutters
sharpen edged tools
mechanical systems
provide advice to technicians
monitor stock level
sawing techniques
record production data for quality control
woodworking tools
apply wood finishes
pack goods
prepare production reports
consult technical resources
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are the canonical requirements for the role from the EU ESCO taxonomy.