Skills by Occupation
The skills each role needs — from the EU's official ESCO classification.
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plasma cutting machine operator
ESCO occupation · 17 essential, 27 optional skills. Click a skill to find jobs that mention it.
Essential skills
set up the controller of a machine
quality standards
troubleshoot
tend plasma cutting machine
remove processed workpiece
operate precision measuring equipment
monitor automated machines
wear appropriate protective gear
supply machine
perform test run
ensure equipment availability
plasma torches
remove inadequate workpieces
apply cross-reference tools for product identification
consult technical resources
dispose of cutting waste material
types of metal
Optional & specialised skills
quality and cycle time optimisation
cutting technologies
use CAM software
inspect quality of products
electrical engineering
interpret geometric dimensions and tolerances
types of metal manufacturing processes
provide advice to technicians
manufacturing of door furniture from metal
mark processed workpiece
monitor stock level
ferrous metal processing
record production data for quality control
manufacturing of doors from metal
perform product testing
apply control process statistical methods
keep records of work progress
program a CNC controller
replace machines
manufacturing of steam generators
manufacturing of weapons and ammunition
statistical process control
manufacturing of metal containers
manufacturing of cutlery
read standard blueprints
maintain mechanical equipment
manufacturing of heating equipment
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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.