Layout Workers, Metal and Plastic

People in this career often know a lot about:

• Mathematics - Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.
• Design - Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models.
• Mechanical - Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.
• Production and Processing - Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.
• Engineering and Technology - Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. This includes applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design and production of various goods and services.
• English Language - Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.

People in this career often have talent in:

• Near Vision - The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
• Visualization - The ability to imagine how something will look after it is moved around or when its parts are moved or rearranged.
• Arm-Hand Steadiness - The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while holding your arm and hand in one position.
• Problem Sensitivity - The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does not involve solving the problem, only recognizing there is a problem.
• Manual Dexterity - The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your two hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble objects.
• Information Ordering - The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according to a specific rule or set of rules (e.g., patterns of numbers, letters, words, pictures, mathematical operations).

People in this career often do these activities:

• Draw guide lines or markings on materials or workpieces using patterns or other references.
• Plan production or operational procedures or sequences.
• Align parts or workpieces to ensure proper assembly.
• Design templates or patterns.
• Assemble metal or plastic parts or products.
• Lay out parts to prepare for assembly.

• Attach decorative or functional accessories to products.
• Calculate dimensions of workpieces, products, or equipment.
• Assemble metal structures.
• Lift materials or workpieces using cranes or other lifting equipment.
• Inspect metal, plastic, or composite products.
• Create diagrams or blueprints for workpieces or products.
• Construct patterns, templates, or other work aids.
• Apply protective or decorative finishes to workpieces or products.

• Carpenters

• Tile and Stone Setters

• Terrazzo Workers and Finishers

• Sheet Metal Workers

• Refractory Materials Repairers, Except Brickmasons

• Multiple Machine Tool Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic

• Welders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers

• Sawing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Wood

• Molders, Shapers, and Casters, Except Metal and Plastic