Occupation Atlasprecision mechanic
ESCO · http://data.europa.eu/esco/occupation/d1974e0c-8f92-473b-a32d-f0616c08b1ff
precision mechanic
Precision mechanics manufacture precision metal components for machines and assemble them into functional units. They also build electronic measuring and control components. Precision mechanics use milling, drilling, grinding and honing machines.
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Typically associated skills
Essential (13)
ESCO's essential and optional tags describe how its taxonomy relates a skill to this occupation. They are not the essential functions of a job under the ADA, which an employer determines for its own role.
- assemble machines
- consult technical resources
- mechanics
- micromechanics
- monitor automated machines
- operate precision measuring equipment
- perform test run
- precision mechanics
- secure working area
- set up the controller of a machine
- supply machine
- supply machine with appropriate tools
- use precision tools
Optional (24)
- apply precision metalworking techniques
- assemble electrical components
- assemble electronic units
- assemble metal parts
- conduct quality control analysis
- conduct routine machinery checks
- dispose of hazardous waste
- electronics
- maintain records of maintenance interventions
- manufacturing of office equipment
- manufacturing of pumps and compressors
- manufacturing of taps and valves
- operate soldering equipment
- operate welding equipment
- perform machine maintenance
- record test data
- resolve equipment malfunctions
- tend CNC drilling machine
- tend CNC grinding machine
- tend CNC laser cutting machine
- tend CNC milling machine
- tend computer numerical control lathe machine
- troubleshoot
- use testing equipment
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