Casting Machine Operator Stationary Plant & Machine Operators
SaveWhat Does a Casting Machine Operator Do?
Casting machine operators operate casting machines to manipulate metal substances into shape. They set up and tend casting machines to process molten ferrous and non-ferrous metals to manufacture metal materials. They conduct the flow of molten metals into casts, taking care to create the exact right circumstances to obtain the highest quality metal. They observe the flow of metal to identify faults. In case of a fault, they notify the authorised personnel and participate in the removal of the fault.
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Metal Joining Technologies
The various technologies used for the joining and assembling of fabricated metal workpieces.
These are common skills for this role, based on a European framework. Requirements vary between jobs, including in the UK. Real-world experience matters more than ticking every box - use this as a guide, not a checklist.
Skills You Need to Become a Casting Machine Operator
Essential Skills
Essential Skills
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EssentialMetal Joining Technologies knowledge
The various technologies used for the joining and assembling of fabricated metal workpieces.
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EssentialCasting Processes knowledge
The various practices used in the casting of metal, plastics and other cast materials, including mould filling, solidification, cooling, and others, all relating to varying approaches in case of different …
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EssentialNon-ferrous Metal Processing knowledge
Various processing methods on non-ferrous metals and alloys such as copper, zinc and aluminium.
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EssentialFerrous Metal Processing knowledge
Various processing methods on iron and iron-containing alloys such as steel, stainless steel and pig iron.
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EssentialManufacturing Of Metal Assembly Products knowledge
The manufacture of rivets, washers and similar non-threaded products, screw machine products, screws, nuts and similar threaded products.
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EssentialTypes Of Moulding knowledge
The characteristics and procedures used in the various types of moulding such as blow moulding, compression moulding, injection moulding and thermoforming.
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EssentialAlloys Of Precious Metals knowledge
Types of material that consist of two or more metals or non-metals.
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EssentialAssemble Metal Parts skill
Align and arrange steel and metal parts in order to assemble complete products; use the appropriate hand tools and gauges.
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EssentialClean Moulds skill
Clean the mould using water, grease or oil, washing and scraping them by hand.
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EssentialExtract Products From Moulds skill
Remove finished products from moulds and examine them in detail for anomalies.
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EssentialFill Moulds skill
Fill up moulds with appropriate materials and ingredient mixes.
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EssentialHeat Metals skill
Heat steel and metals in fire; adjust and regulate heat controls to reach appropriate pouring temperature.
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EssentialMaintain Mould Parts skill
Carry out minor repair tasks and maintenance of moulds and mould parts.
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EssentialManipulate Metal skill
Manipulate the properties, shape and size of metal.
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EssentialMix Moulding And Casting Material skill
Measure and mix ingredients for casting and moulding materials, according to appropriate formula.
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EssentialAdmit Basic Metals To Furnace skill
Prepare and select the materials ready to furnace.
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EssentialAttend To Detail In Casting Processes skill
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EssentialCast Metal skill
Pour liquid metal into the hollow cavity of a mould, which contains the future product's desired shape, place it into a furnace and then cool it and let it solidify.
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EssentialEnsure Mould Uniformity skill
Oversee uniformity of moulds; use casting equipment and tools such as hand press.
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EssentialFabricate Metal Parts skill
Fabricate metal parts, using equipment such as drill presses and engine lathes.
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EssentialHandle Metal Work Orders skill
Interpret work orders in order to determine which metal parts should be produced.
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EssentialMeasure Metal To Be Heated skill
Measure the amounts of steel or other metals to be heated. Take decisions on the amount of heat to be used, the duration of the heating, and other variables in …
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EssentialRemove Finished Casts skill
Open mould and safely remove the finished cast from within.
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EssentialUse Tools For Castings Repair skill
Construct and repair castings and equipment using hand tools, machine tools, and measuring instruments. Safely carry out emergency or temporary repairs. Take measures to ensure a safe working environment.
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Optional Skills (5 of 13 displayed)
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OptionalPrecious Metal Processing knowledge
Various processing methods on precious metals such as gold, silver and platinum.
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OptionalTypes Of Metal knowledge
Qualities, specifications, applications and reactions to different fabricating processes of various types of metal, such as steel, aluminium, brass, copper and others.
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OptionalCut Metal Products skill
Operate cutting and measuring instruments in order to cut/shape pieces of metal into given dimensions.
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OptionalMonitor Gauge skill
Oversee the data presented by a gauge concerning the measurement of pressure, temperature, thickness of a material, and others.
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OptionalAssess Suitability Of Metal Types For Specific Application skill
Assess the physical nature and structural composition of various metals and alloys, and analyse how the materials behave in different circumstances.
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OptionalCast Concrete Rings skill
Cast concrete rings by impregnating them with molten tar so that they can be used in mercury cells.
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OptionalCast Concrete Sections skill
Cast tops and bottoms or other electrolytic cells concrete sections using power tools.
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OptionalCast Jewellery Metal skill
Heat and melt jewellery materials; pour in moulds to cast jewellery models. Use jewellery-making material such as spanners, pliers or presses.
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OptionalCommunicate Using Non-verbal Language skill
Communicate with colleagues using body language and other non-verbal cues in order to ensure effective communication during operations.
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OptionalFollow Manufacturing Work Schedule skill
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OptionalManage Time In Casting Processes skill
Work on castings with the necessary sense of timing in regards to quality, for example when measuring how long moulds must rest before they are used in further casting processes.
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OptionalOperate Concrete Casting Machine skill
Operate the machine that casts concrete blocks, making sure the finished blocks are according to specifications.
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OptionalOperate Metal Heating Equipment skill
Use heating machinery to bake filled-up moulds or to melt steel, metal and other materials.
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