Operate precision measuring equipment

Description

Measure the size of a processed part when checking and marking it to check if it is up to standard by use of two and three dimensional precision measuring equipment such as a caliper, a micrometer, and a measuring gauge.

Occupations requiring this skill

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Skill demand overview
  • Essential in 57 occupations
  • Optional in 40 occupations
  • Total: 97 occupations
  • Most common in: ISCO major group 7 (Craft and related trades workers)

Essential for

  • Meteorology technician
    Meteorology technicians collect large amounts of meteorological information for weather information users such as aviation companies or meteorological institutions. They operate sp…
  • Boring machine operator
    Boring machine operators prepare, operate, and maintain single or multiple spindle machines using a boring bar with a hardened, rotary, multipointed cutting tool in order to enlarg…
  • Optical technician
    Optical technicians assemble, repair and design various parts of eyewear such as lenses, frames, patterns and eyewear. They cut, inspect, mount and polish all parts using various m…
  • Optical instrument assembler
    Optical instrument assemblers read blueprints and assembly drawings to assemble lenses and optical instruments, such as microscopes, telescopes, projection equipment, and medical d…
  • Plasma cutting machine operator
    Plasma cutting machine operators set up and operate plasma cutting machines designed to cut and shape excess material from a metal workpiece using a plasma torch at a temperature…
  • Dental instrument assembler
    Dental instrument assemblers assemble various dental instruments, such as drills, lasers, probes, mirrors, and dental imaging devices. They use various machinery, hand tools, chemi…
  • Engraving machine operator
    Engraving machine operators set up, programme, and tend engraving machines designed to precisely carve a design in the surface of a metal workpiece by a diamond stylus on the…
  • Spark erosion machine operator
    Spark erosion machine operators set up and tend spark erosion machines designed to cut excess material from a metal workpiece by the use of electrical discharges, or sparks, caused…
  • Electrical equipment inspector
    Electrical equipment inspectors check finished electrical products for physical defects and faulty electrical connections. They record inspection results and send faulty assemblies…
  • Grinding machine operator
    Grinding machine operators set up, program and control grinding machines, designed to apply abrasive processes in order to remove small amounts of excess material and smoothen meta…
  • Water jet cutter operator
    Water jet cutter operators set up and operate a water jet cutter, designed to cut excess material from a metal workpiece by using a high-pressure jet of water, or…
  • Casting mould maker
    Casting mould makers create metal, wooden or plastic models of the finished product to be cast. The patterns are then used to create moulds, eventually leading to the casting …
  • Coppersmith
    Coppersmiths craft and repair items made of non-ferrous metals such as copper, brass and similar materials. They shape and form the raw materials into objects of practical or artis…
  • Engineered wood board grader
    Engineered wood board graders inspect finished engineered wood products for quality issues such as incomplete gluing, warping or blemishing. They also test load bearing qualities o…
  • Pulp grader
    Pulp graders grade paper pulp based on a number of possible criteria, such as pulping process, raw materials, bleaching methods, yield, and fibre length. Other titles The following…
  • Optoelectronic engineer
    Optoelectronic engineers design and develop optoelectronic systems and devices, such as UV sensors, photodiodes, and LEDs. Optoelectronic engineering combines optical engineering w…
  • Metal sawing machine operator
    Metal sawing machine operators set up and operate metal sawing machines designed to cut excess metal from a metal workpiece by the use of a (or several) large toothed-edges…
  • Model maker
    A Model Maker is a skilled professional who constructs detailed, scaled models of various objects, structures, or concepts for industries such as architecture, film, product design…
  • Stone planer
    Stone planers operate and maintain planing machines that are used for stone blocks and slabs finishing. They manipulate the stone and ensure that the required parameters are accord…
  • Computer numerical control machine operator
    Computer numerical control machine operators set-up, maintain and control a computer numerical control machine in order to execute the product orders. They are responsible for prog…
  • Oxy fuel burning machine operator
    Oxy fuel burning machine operators set up and tend machines designed to cut, or rather burn off, excess material from the metal workpiece using a torch that heats the…
  • Boilermaker
    Boilermakers operate a variety of equipment and machinery to create, repipe and retube hot water and steam boilers, producing them in all steps of the production process. They cut,…
  • Lathe and turning machine operator
    Lathe and turning machine operators set up, program and tend lathe and turning machines designed to cut excess metal from a metal workpiece using a hardened cutting tool moved…
  • Laser marking machine operator
    Laser marking machine operators set up and tend laser marking or engraving machines designed to precisely carve a design in the surface of a metal workpiece by use of…
  • Product assembly inspector
    Product assembly inspectors evaluate products for compliance with specifications and defects in-line with clients' requirements and organisational policies. They use measuring and …
  • Metalworking lathe operator
    Metalworking lathe operators set up and tend a metalworking lathe manually, which is responsible for cutting metal to its desired size and shape by usage of a gear train…
  • Rolling stock engine tester
    Rolling stock engine testers test the performance of diesel and electric engines used for locomotives. They position or give directions to workers positioning engines on the test s…
  • Tool grinder
    Tool grinder perform precision grinding processes on metal objects and tools. They grind, sharpen or smoothen metal surfaces using the appropriate tools and instruments. Tool grind…
  • Rolling stock engine inspector
    Rolling stock engine inspectors inspect diesel and electric engines used for locomotives to ensure compliance with standards and regulations. They conduct routine, post-overhaul, p…
  • Motor vehicle engine inspector
    Motor vehicle engine inspectors inspect diesel, gas, petrol and electric engines used for cars, buses, trucks etc. in assembly facilities such as factories and mechanic shops to en…
  • Milling machine operator
    Milling machine operators set up, program and control milling machines, designed to cut excess material from metal workpieces using a computer-controlled rotary-cutting, milling cu…
  • Vessel assembly inspector
    Vessel assembly inspectors use measuring and testing equipment to inspect and monitor boat and ship assemblies to ensure conformity to engineering specifications and to safety stan…
  • Photographic equipment assembler
    Photographic equipment assemblers build photographic products such as cameras, film cameras, and projectors. They collect the different optical, electronic, and mechanical camera c…
  • Drill press operator
    Drill press operators set up and operate drill presses designed to cut excess material from or enlarge a hole in a fabricated workpiece using a hardened, rotary, multipointed cutti…
  • Lumber grader
    Lumber graders inspect lumber, or wood cut into planks. They test the lumber, look for irregularities and grade the wood based on quality and desirability of the pattern. Other…
  • Optomechanical engineer
    Optomechanical engineers design and develop optomechanical systems, devices, and components, such as optical mirrors and optical mounts. Optomechanical engineering combines optical…
  • Aircraft assembly inspector
    Aircraft assembly inspectors use measuring and testing equipment to inspect and monitor aircraft assemblies to ensure conformity to engineering specifications and to safety standar…
  • Aircraft engine tester
    Aircraft engine testers test the performance of all engines used for aircraft in specialised facilities such as laboratories. They position or give directions to workers positionin…
  • Motor vehicle engine tester
    Motor vehicle engine testers test the performance of diesel, petrol, gas and electric engines in specialised facilities such as laboratories. They position or give directions to wo…
  • Laser cutting machine operator
    Laser cutting machine operators set up, program and tend laser cutting machines, designed to cut, or rather burn off and melt, excess material from a metal workpiece by directing…
  • Surgical instrument maker
    Surgical instrument makers create, repair and design surgical instruments, such as clamps, graspers, mechanical cutters, scopes, probes and other surgical instruments. Other titles…
  • Metal product quality control inspector
    Metal product quality control inspectors perform preventive and operational quality control on the metal products. They examine the materials at various stages to make sure it conf…
  • Spring maker
    Spring makers operate a variety of equipment and machinery designed to manufacture different types of spring, including leaf, coil, torsion, clock, tension, and extension spring. D…
  • Ornamental metal worker
    Ornamental metal workers use finishing equipment and machinery to shape and finish fabricated ornamental metal workpieces, often used for the installation process in construction, …
  • Rolling stock assembly inspector
    Rolling stock assembly inspectors use measuring and testing equipment to inspect and monitor rolling stock assemblies to ensure conformity to engineering specifications and to safe…
  • Product grader
    Product graders perform preventive and operational quality control on products and resources. They inspect, grade and evaluate the materials at various stages to make sure it confo…
  • Precision mechanic
    Precision mechanics manufacture precision metal components for machines and assemble them into functional units. They also build electronic measuring and control components. Precis…
  • Vessel engine inspector
    Vessel engine inspectors inspect ship and boat engines such as electric motors, nuclear reactors, gas turbine engines, outboard motors, two-stroke or four-stroke diesel engines, LN…
  • Precision instrument assembler
    Precision instrument assemblers read blueprints and assembly drawings to assemble precision instruments such as micrometers, gauges, thermostats and utility meters. They collect th…
  • Vessel engine tester
    Vessel engine testers test the performance of vessel engines such as electric motors, nuclear reactors, gas turbine engines, outboard motors, two-stroke or four-stroke diesel engin…
  • Metrology technician
    Metrology technicians apply their practical knowledge of metrology to calibrate measuring instruments, test equipment and analyse their performance. They ensure that the evaluated …
  • Drilling machine operator
    Drilling machine operators set up, program and control drilling machines, designed to drill holes in workpieces using a computer-controlled, rotary-cutting, multipointed cutting to…
  • Aircraft engine inspector
    Aircraft engine inspectors inspect all types of engines used for aircraft in factories to ensure compliance with safety standards and regulations. They conduct routine, post-overha…
  • Metrologist
    A metrologist is a professional specializing in the measurement science, known as metrology. Metrologists play a crucial role in ensuring accuracy, precision, and consistency in me…
  • Calculation engineer
    Calculation engineers use various technological tools to carry out computational experiments on virtual models representing real hardware and software systems in specific condition…
  • Coagulation operator
    Coagulation operators control machines to coagulate synthetic rubber latex into rubber crumb slurry. They prepare these rubber crumbs for finishing processes. Coagulation operators…
  • Punch press operator
    Punch press operators set up and tend punch presses designed to cut workpieces into their desired shape by propelling a hydraulic ram to punch holes into them with a…

Optional for

  • Gear machinist
    Gear machinists make precision parts for gears and other driving elements. They use a variety of machine tools. Duties Gear machinists typically do the following: Read detailed dra…
  • Aircraft engine assembler
    Aircraft engine assemblers build and install prefabricated parts to form aircraft engines, such as lightweight piston engines and gas turbines. They review specifications and techn…
  • Marine engineering technician
    Marine engineering technicians carry out technical functions to help marine engineers with the design, development, manufacturing, and testing processes, installation, and maintena…
  • Aerospace engineering technician
    Aerospace engineering technicians work with aerospace engineers to operate, maintain and test equipment used on aircraft and spacecraft. They review blueprints and instructions to …
  • Aircraft engine specialist
    Aircraft engine specialists advise on maintaining procedures to engines of aircrafts and helicopters. They perform operability tests to components and parts of aircrafts to diagnos…
  • Fluid power technician
    Fluid power technicians install and assemble equipment that uses liquid or gas pressure to transmit or regulate power. They also perform tests on and maintain this equipment. Other…
  • Microelectronics engineering technician
    Microelectronics engineering technicians collaborate with microelectronics engineers in the development of small electronic devices and components such as micro-processors, memory …
  • Clock and watchmaker
    Clock and watchmakers make mechanical or electronic clocks and watches. They use precision hand tools or automated machinery to assemble the timing devices. Clock and watchmakers m…
  • Precision mechanics supervisor
    Precision mechanics supervisors oversee, train and manage workers who fit together complex parts of small-size machines such as measuring or control mechanisms. Duties Here are som…
  • Solderer
    Solderers‚ operate various equipment and machinery such as gas torches, soldering irons, welding machines, or electric-ultrasonic equipment in order to solder together two or more …
  • Mechatronics assembler
    Mechatronics assemblers assemble and maintain complex mechatronic equipment and machines, such as robots, elevators, and advanced home appliances. They build the mechanical, electr…
  • Screw machine operator
    Screw machine operators set up and tend mechanical screw machines designed to manufacture (threaded) screws out of processed metal workpieces, specifically small- to medium-sized o…
  • Marine surveyor
    Marine surveyors inspect vessels intended for operations in maritime or open sea waters. They ensure that vessels and equipment follow the regulations laid down by the Internationa…
  • Automotive engineering technician
    Automotive engineering technicians work with automotive engineers to operate, repair, maintain and test equipment used in motor vehicles. In some environments, such as an airport, …
  • Surface grinding machine operator
    Surface grinding machine operators set up and tend surface grinding machines designed to apply abrasive processes in order to remove small amounts of excess material and smoothen m…
  • Cylindrical grinder operator
    Cylindrical grinder operators set up and tend cylindrical grinding machines designed to apply abrasive processes in order to remove small amounts of excess material and smoothen me…
  • Filing machine operator
    Filing machine operators set up and tend filing machines such as band files, reciprocating files and bench filing machines in order to smoothen metal, wood or plastic surfaces by…
  • Pneumatic systems technician
    Pneumatic systems technicians use blueprints and technical documentation to assemble and install equipment operated by gas or air under pressure. They set up the systems according …
  • Product quality inspector
    Product quality inspectors check products in order to assess their compliance in reference to a standard or reference guideline. They observe, measure, test, and form questions in …
  • Brazier
    Braziers operate various equipment and machinery such as torches, soldering irons, fluxes and welding machines in order to join two metal pieces together, by heating, melting and f…
  • Motor vehicle parts assembler
    Motor vehicle parts assemblers fasten motor vehicle parts and components together. They use hand and tools power tools to connect wiring and cables, position and adjust parts. Moto…
  • Tooling engineer
    Tooling engineers design new tools for manufacturing equipment. They prepare tooling quotation requests. They estimate costs and delivery time, manage tooling construction follow-u…
  • Welder
    Welders operate welding equipment in order to join metal workpieces together. They can use fusion welding processes based on different techniques and materials. They also perform s…
  • Aircraft gas turbine engine overhaul technician
    Aircraft gas turbine engine overhaul technicians perform overhaul, maintenance and repair work on gas turbine engines. They disassemble, inspect, clean, repair and reassemble the e…
  • Aircraft maintenance engineer
    Aircraft maintenance engineers make preflight and postflight inspections, adjustments, and minor repairs to ensure safe and sound performance of aircrafts. They inspect aircraft pr…
  • Deburring machine operator
    Deburring machine operators set up and tend mechanical deburring machines designed to strip metal workpieces of their rough edges, or burrs, by hammering over their surfaces in ord…
  • Spot welder
    Spot welders set up and tend spot welding machines designed to press and join metal workpieces together. The metal resistance to the passage of electrical current and the subsequen…
  • Precision engineer
    Precision engineers design processes, machines, fixtures and other equipment that have exceptionally low engineering tolerances, are repeatable and stable over time. They ensure pr…
  • Product quality controller
    Product quality controllers check the quality of manufactured products. They work in manufacturing facilities where they perform basic inspection and evaluation of products before,…
  • Computer hardware test technician
    Computer hardware test technicians conduct testing of computer hardware such as circuit boards, computer chips, computer systems, and other electronic and electrical components. Th…
  • Motor vehicle engine assembler
    Motor vehicle engine assemblers build and install prefabricated parts to form motor vehicle engines such as diesel, gas, petrol and electric engines. They review specifications and…
  • Stone polisher
    Stone polishers operate grinding and polishing tools and equipment in order to smooth stones. Duties Stone polishers typically do the following: Place the blocks or slates on work …
  • Laser beam welder
    Laser beam welders set up and tend laser beam welding machines designed to join separate metal workpieces together through the use of a laser beam radiating a concentrated heat…
  • Swaging machine operator
    Swaging machine operators set up and tend rotary swaging machines, designed to alter round ferrous and non-ferrous metal workpieces into their desired shape by first hammering them…
  • Jewellery polisher
    Jewellery polishers ensure that finished jewellery pieces are cleaned by customer demand or prepared for sale. They may also perform minor repairs. They use either hand tools …
  • Electron beam welder
    Electron beam welders set up and tend machines designed to join separate metal workpieces together through the use of a high-velocity electron beam. They monitor the machining proc…
  • Tool and die maker
    Tool and die makers operate a variety of equipment and machinery designed to create metal tools and dies, which are both needed in several areas of manufacturing, and produce…
  • Motor vehicle body assembler
    Motor vehicle body assemblers fasten motor vehicle body parts and components together such as frames, doors, chassis and hoods. They use hand tools, power tools and other equipment…
  • Blacksmith
    Blacksmiths heat metal, usually steel, in a forge and shape it with a hammer, chisel, and an anvil. Contemporarily, they predominantly create artisanal metal products, including or…
  • Motor vehicle assembler
    Motor vehicle assemblers install and put prefabricated motor vehicle parts and components together. They inspect the motor vehicles for defects, and test the assembled equipment fo…

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