machine tools
The offered machine tools and products, their functionalities, properties and legal and regulatory requirements.
Metal additive manufacturing operators operate machines using additive manufacturing processes, such as fitting and setting up, maintenance and repair. They have factual and broad understanding in the field of metal additive manufacturing process. They are able to develop solutions on basic and specific problems related with additive manufacturing machines and processes and self-manage the handling of feedstock (approval, storage, contamination, traceability).
Competences and skills
27 ESCO relationsEssential knowledge 5 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
1 competenceCross-sector
4 competencesfunctionalities of machinery
The machinery and equipment used and, in particular, the characteristics regarding functioning and calibration to ensure compliance with quality and product specifications, as well as the operator's safety.
maintenance operations
The preservation and restoration of products and systems, and the methods and logistics of these practices.
quality assurance procedures
The procedures to inspect a product or system to ensure that it is according to specifications and requirements.
waste management
The methods, materials and regulations used to collect, transport, treat and dispose of waste. This includes recycling and monitoring of waste disposal. It excludes procedures related to waste incineration.
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Essential skills and competences 17 competences
Occupation specific
4 competencesmaintain additive manufacturing systems
Perform preventive routine maintenance on the machines, including calibration of laser, measurement and sensing systems, cleaning build volumes and optical components.
manufacture metal additive manufacturing parts
Manufacture parts according to specifications and ensure compliance with quality requirements. This includes identifying issues and implementing corrective or preventive actions based on requirements and feedback received by metal additive manufacturing process engineers.
prepare parts for post processing
Remove as-built parts from the additive manufacturing machines applying the necessary health and safety procedures. Carry out simple manual preparation of the as-built part for different post-processing methods.
set up additive manufacturing systems
Prepare machines for operation according to manufacturer and/or internal specifications and the build platform characteristics. Perform file loading, prepare feedstock, build platform and machines in accordance to used material.
Sector-specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Cross-sector
13 competencesapply health and safety standards
Adhere to standards of hygiene and safety established by respective authorities.
ensure compliance with environmental legislation
Monitor activities and perform tasks ensuring compliance with standards involving environmental protection and sustainability, and amend activities in the case of changes in environmental legislation. Ensure that the processes are compliant with environment regulations and best practices.
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follow work schedule
Manage the sequence of activities in order to deliver completed work on agreed deadlines by following a work schedule.
liaise with engineers
Collaborate with engineers to ensure common understanding and discuss product design, development and improvement.
liaise with managers
Liaise with managers of other departments ensuring effective service and communication, i.e. sales, planning, purchasing, trading, distribution and technical.
monitor machine operations
Observing machine operations and evaluating product quality thereby ensuring conformity to standards.
operate precision measuring equipment
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.
perform machine maintenance
Perform regular maintenance, possibly including corrections and alterations, on a machine or machine tool to ensure it remains in a proper productive state.
remove processed workpiece
Remove individual workpieces after processing, from the manufacturing machine or the machine tool. In case of a conveyor belt this involves quick, continuous movement.
troubleshoot
Identify operating problems, decide what to do about it and report accordingly.
use personal protection equipment
Make use of protection equipment according to training, instruction and manuals. Inspect the equipment and use it consistently.
work safely with machines
Check and safely operate machines and equipment required for your work according to manuals and instructions.
- Scope note
- Includes more generally used small electrical and mechanical tools like drills, manual sawing machines, washing machines, sewing machines, etc. that are also used in non professional environment.
write production reports
Make up and complete shift schedules and production reports in a timely manner.
Optional knowledge 1 competence
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
1 competencemetal and metal ore products
The offered metal and metal ore products, their functionalities, properties and legal and regulatory requirements.
Cross-sector
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Optional skills and competences 4 competences
Occupation specific
3 competenceshandle metal powder
Safely handle the metal powder in an additive manufacturing system. This includes sieving, loading, part de-powdering, measuring, and safe storage. Characterise feedstock according to instructions from engineers.
train crew members
Train new crew members on the job; plan daily job assignments.
verify laser beam measurement
Safely carry out power measurement, including power stability. Carry out beam profiling in different areas of the build platform and use other measurement equipment to determine other laser beam properties.
Sector-specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Cross-sector
1 competencewrite calibration report
Report on the instrument calibration measurements and results. A calibration report includes the objectives and approach of the test, descriptions of tested instruments or products, test procedures, and test results.