5221 — Metal machining setters and setter-operators

What this occupation covers

Metal machining setters and setter-operators operate machines to drill, bore, grind, cut, mill or otherwise shape metal workpieces.

Typical duties

examines drawings and specifications to determine appropriate method, sequence of operations and machine setting

selects and fixes work-holding devices and appropriate cutting, shaping, grinding and/or forming tools

sets machine controls for rotation speeds, depth of cut and stroke, and adjusts machine table, stops and guides

operates automatic or manual controls to feed tool to workpiece or vice versa and checks accuracy of machining

repositions workpiece, changes tools and resets machine as necessary during production run

instructs operators on the safe and correct method of operation of the machine

Entry routes and qualifications

There are no formal academic requirements although some employers may require GCSEs/S grades. Engineering apprenticeships, BTEC and City and Guilds qualifications are available together with on-the-job training. NVQs/ SVQs at level 2 and 3 are available.

Sponsorship information

Medium Skilled. Actual duties, sponsor, applicant, salary and any transitional or shortage-list conditions must be checked.

DBS assessment

No code-wide DBS assessment is assigned. Check actual duties, activities, workplace, frequency and jurisdiction. This code does not determine the level of check.

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