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Occupational Report for Lathe And Turning Machine Tool Setters, Operators, And Tenders, Metal And Plastic (51-4034) , Oregon Statewide
Occupational Description

Set up, operate, or tend lathe and turning machines to turn, bore, thread, form, or face metal or plastic materials, such as wire, rod, or bar stock.

Employment Outlook for Lathe And Turning Machine Tool Setters, Operators, And Tenders, Metal And Plastic
Statewide Employment Analysis 2006 employment is estimated to be at about the statewide average. This occupation is expected to grow at a somewhat slower rate than the statewide average. Total job openings are projected to be somewhat lower than the statewide average.

Reasonable, but limited, employment opportunities exist.

Data Sources and Limitations
Current Job Openings for Lathe And Turning Machine Tool Setters, Operators, And Tenders, Metal And Plastic There are no openings for this occupation.
State of Oregon License Information for Lathe And Turning Machine Tool Setters, Operators, And Tenders, Metal And Plastic No statewide license is required for this occupation.
Wages for Lathe And Turning Machine Tool Setters, Operators, And Tenders, Metal And Plastic
Region ---------------- 2009 Wages ----------------
Percentiles (hourly wages) Avg
Hourly
($/hr)
Avg
Annual
10th 25th 50th
(median)
75th 90th
Oregon Statewide $13.70 $16.58 $20.76 $24.68 $35.09 $21.71 $45,162
Lane 12.92 14.22 17.31 20.76 23.23 17.46 36,334
Clackamas 15.61 17.83 21.18 23.95 26.09 20.81 43,285
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Regional Employment Projections for Lathe And Turning Machine Tool Setters, Operators, And Tenders, Metal And Plastic
Region Employment Change % Change Projected Annual Openings
2006 2016 Growth Replacement Total
Oregon Statewide 387 425 38 9.8% 4 8 12
Multnomah / Washington 130 142 12 9.2% 1 3 4
Clackamas 86 97 11 12.8% 1 2 3
Marion / Polk / Yamhill 41 43 2 4.9% 0 1 1
Lane 27 27 0 0.0% 0 1 1
Crook / Deschutes / Jefferson 27 38 11 40.7% 1 1 2
Jackson / Josephine 17 20 3 17.6% 0 0 1
Benton / Lincoln / Linn 7 9 2 28.6% 0 0 0
Clatsop / Columbia / Tillamook 6 6 0 0.0% 0 0 0
Douglas 4 4 0 0.0% 0 0 0
Klamath / Lake 3 2 -1 -33.3% 0 0 0
Gilliam / Hood River / Sherman / Wheeler / Wasco 2 2 0 0.0% 0 0 0
Morrow / Umatilla 1 1 0 0.0% 0 0 0
Grant / Harney / Malheur 0 1 1 NA 0 0 0

Replacement openings are caused by existing workers permanently leaving their occupation. Many additional job openings occur due to job changes within occupations.
Data Sources and Limitations
Educational Requirements for Lathe And Turning Machine Tool Setters, Operators, And Tenders, Metal And Plastic Workers must have moderate-term on-the-job training to gain the necessary skills for this occupation. However, those with related work experience have a competitive advantage in this labor market.
Skills for Lathe And Turning Machine Tool Setters, Operators, And Tenders, Metal And Plastic
  • Apply Independent Judgment In Assembly Procedures
  • Apply Metal Forming And Shaping Techniques And Processes
  • Apply Protective Coatings
  • Apply Quality Assurance Techniques
  • Apply Robotics Systems Technology
  • Apply Statistical Process Control (Spc)
  • Apply Technical Information To Manufacturing And Industrial Activities
  • File Metal And Plastic
  • Follow Safety Procedures
  • Inspect Components During Manufacturing
  • Maintain Computerized Machines And Equipment
  • Maintain Consistent Quality
  • Maintain Plastic Fabricating Equipment
  • Maneuver Heavy Objects
  • Operate Cnc Machines
  • Operate Cranes, Hoists, Or Mechanical Booms
  • Operate Lathes
  • Operate Machine Tools
  • Operate Precision Measuring Devices, Tools And Equipment
  • Operate Shaping And Forming Machines
  • Operate Specialized Metal Shaping Machines
  • Read And Understand Operating Manuals
  • Read Production Layouts
  • Read Schematics And Specifications
  • Recognize Characteristics Of Metals Or Alloys
  • Recognize Characteristics Of Plastics
  • Set Up Cnc Machines
  • Set Up Machine Tools
  • Set Up Specialized Machines For Metals Manufacturing
  • Solve Machine Tool Problems
  • Sustain Output Levels Of Assembled Items
  • Understand Manufacturing Methods And Techniques
  • Use Algebra
  • Use Basic Mathematics
  • Use Geometry
  • Use Metric System
Schools and Training Providers for Lathe And Turning Machine Tool Setters, Operators, And Tenders, Metal And Plastic The training providers listed below offer one or more of the following programs:

Linn-Benton Community College
6500 Pacific Blvd SW
Albany, OR 97321
Phone: (541) 917-4999
Programs of Training:
Mt Hood Community College
26000 SE Stark St
Gresham, OR 97030
Phone: (503) 491-6422
Programs of Training:
Apprenticeship Division
800 NE Oregon Street, Suite1045
Portland, OR 97232
Phone: (971) 673-0760
Programs of Training:
Portland Community College
12000 SW 49th Avenue
Portland, OR 97219
Phone: (503) 244-6111
Programs of Training:
Career Pathway Roadmaps for Lathe And Turning Machine Tool Setters, Operators, And Tenders, Metal And Plastic These Oregon community colleges have defined career pathway roadmaps to facilitate entry into this occupation:

Portland Community College