U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics

Standard Occupational Classification

NOTE:

The information on this page relates to the 2010 SOC, please see the 2000 SOC System for information on the previous version of the SOC.

51-4034 Lathe and Turning Machine Tool Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic

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.

Illustrative examples: Screw Machine Operator, Gear Cutter, Engine Lathe Operator

Broad Occupation: 51-4030 Machine Tool Cutting Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic
Minor Group: 51-4000 Metal Workers and Plastic Workers
Major Group: 51-0000 Production Occupations

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Last Modified Date: March 11, 2010