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Occupational Report for Milling and Planing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic (51-4035) , Oregon Statewide
Occupational Description

Set up, operate, or tend milling or planing machines to mill, plane, shape, groove, or profile metal or plastic work pieces.

Employment Outlook for Milling and Planing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic
Statewide Employment Analysis 2008 employment is estimated to be somewhat smaller than the regional average. Regional employment is expected to decline in this occupation between 2008 and 2018. Total job openings are projected to be much lower than the regional average.

Due to low, declining employment and limited projected job openings in this occupation, reasonable employment opportunities do not exist.

Data Sources and Limitations
Current Employment Department Job Openings for Milling and Planing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic There are 2 current openings for this occupation. Openings 1 through 2 are listed below.
Job Title Date Posted Location Wage Offered
Planer Operator 7/27/10 Springfield DOE
Machinist/Production Technician 8/4/10 Ashland DOE
Job Openings from the Web for Milling and Planing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic There are no openings for this occupation.
State of Oregon License Information for Milling and Planing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic No statewide license is required for this occupation.
Wages for Milling and Planing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic
Region ---------------- 2010 Wages ----------------
Percentiles (hourly wages) Avg
Hourly
($/hr)
Avg
Annual
10th 25th 50th
(median)
75th 90th
Oregon Statewide $14.33 $18.86 $26.15 $32.04 $34.86 $25.03 $52,071
Lane 15.21 16.47 17.82 19.36 22.08 17.96 37,359
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Regional Employment Projections for Milling and Planing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic
Region Employment Change % Change Projected Annual Openings
2008 2018 Growth Replacement Total
Oregon Statewide 181 178 -3 -1.7% 0 4 4
Multnomah / Washington 112 111 -1 -0.9% 0 2 2
Crook / Deschutes / Jefferson 18 23 5 27.8% 1 0 1
Clackamas 15 15 0 0.0% 0 0 0
Benton / Lincoln / Linn 11 11 0 0.0% 0 0 0
Lane 10 10 0 0.0% 0 0 0
Marion / Polk / Yamhill 8 9 1 12.5% 0 0 0
Jackson / Josephine 3 3 0 0.0% 0 0 0
Coos / Curry 3 3 0 0.0% 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.
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Industries of Employment for Milling and Planing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic
Industry
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Ownership 2008
Employment
Total, All Industries All 181
Total, All Industries Private 181
Manufacturing Private 181
Primary Metal Manufacturing Private 12
Fabricated Metal Product Manufacturing Private 65
Cutlery and Handtool Manufacturing Private 18
Machine Shops; Turned Product; and Screw, Nut, and Bolt Manufacturing Private 37
Machinery Manufacturing Private 25
Engine, Turbine, and Power Transmission Equipment Manufacturing Private 10
Transportation Equipment Manufacturing Private 72
Motor Vehicle Body and Trailer Manufacturing Private 10
Aerospace Product and Parts Manufacturing Private 18
Educational Requirements for Milling and Planing Machine 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 Milling and Planing Machine 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 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 And Operate Milling Or Planing Machines
  • Set Up Cnc Machines
  • Set Up Machine Tools
  • Set Up Specialized Machines For Metals Manufacturing
  • Smooth, Sharpen, Polish Or Grind Metal Objects
  • 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 Milling and Planing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic The training providers listed below offer programs related to this occupation. This information is updated once per year. Anyone interested in a particular program should check with the training institution regarding its availability. Listing these training providers does not necessarily constitute or imply their endorsement, recommendation, or favoring by the State of Oregon.

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:
Clackamas Community College
19600 South Molalla Ave
Oregon City, OR 97045
Phone: (503) 657-6958
Programs of Training:
Portland Community College
12000 SW 49th Avenue
Portland, OR 97219
Phone: (503) 244-6111
Programs of Training:
Career Pathway Roadmaps for Milling and Planing Machine 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