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
supply machine
ensure equipment availability
wear appropriate protective gear
perform test run
monitor automated machines
remove inadequate workpieces
operate precision measuring equipment
plasma torches
troubleshoot
apply cross-reference tools for product identification
tend plasma cutting machine
set up the controller of a machine
remove processed workpiece
consult technical resources
types of metal
quality standards
dispose of cutting waste material
Optional & specialised skills
keep records of work progress
mark processed workpiece
program a CNC controller
ferrous metal processing
quality and cycle time optimisation
interpret geometric dimensions and tolerances
manufacturing of heating equipment
record production data for quality control
monitor stock level
cutting technologies
types of metal manufacturing processes
perform product testing
apply control process statistical methods
use CAM software
statistical process control
replace machines
maintain mechanical equipment
manufacturing of doors from metal
manufacturing of metal containers
provide advice to technicians
manufacturing of cutlery
electrical engineering
manufacturing of steam generators
manufacturing of weapons and ammunition
inspect quality of products
read standard blueprints
manufacturing of door furniture from metal
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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.