Edge Planer Operator
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Edge planer operators are specialists who use a machine tool called a planer to perform flat surface cutting on metal parts, responsible for tool mounting and adjustment, as well as inspection of dimensions and surface roughness after processing.
Description
Edge planer operators secure metal workpieces on the planer bed, set tools and cutting conditions, and perform flat surface machining. They read machining drawings, install and adjust tools, set cutting and feed speeds, conduct in-process quality checks, and implement safety measures. They also inspect dimensions and surface roughness using measuring instruments such as calipers and micrometers, analyze causes if not meeting standards, and perform re-machining or tool changes. This skill is required in various industries, including production lines and mold part finishing.
Future Outlook
Amid advancing factory automation and smart factories, demand for manual machine tools is declining, but skilled workers capable of handling CNC and automation technologies are expected to remain in high demand.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Contract Worker / Factory Work / Full-time Employee / Shift Work
Career Path
Machining Worker → Machine Tool Operator → Quality Control → Production Engineering → Manufacturing Process Leader
Required Skills
Blueprint Reading / Cutting Condition Setting / Cutting Tool Installation and Adjustment / Machine Tool Operation / Use of Measuring Instruments (Calipers, Micrometers)
Recommended Skills
CAD/CAM Basics / Lathe Operation / NC Control Fundamentals / Understanding of Metal Material Properties
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Required to manage minute dimensional errors and surface roughness. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Due to handling heavy metal materials and long hours of work. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Creativity is limited as it basically follows predetermined processing conditions. |
Related Qualifications
- Machining Skills Technician
Aliases
- Planer Operator
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