Casting Lathe Operator
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Occupation that machines cast metal products on a lathe to ensure the specified shape, dimensions, and finishing accuracy.
Description
Casting lathe operators attach cast metal workpieces (castings) to the lathe and perform cutting machining with tools while rotating to finish products or parts to the specified shape, dimensions, and tolerances. They handle workpiece fixturing before machining, tool selection, setting cutting conditions (spindle speed, feed rate), rough and finish cutting, deburring, dimensional measurement with calipers or micrometers, and surface accuracy confirmation. They read product drawings, plan machining sequences, manage tools, perform safety checks, and proceed with the operations.
Future Outlook
Although demand for general-purpose lathes is somewhat decreasing due to factory automation and CNC adoption, skilled workers for finishing cast products will continue to have steady demand. Skill inheritance and acquisition of advanced machining techniques are important.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Career Path
Lathe operator → Senior lathe operator → Group leader, leader → Production technology staff → Quality control staff
Required Skills
Blueprint reading / Cutting condition setting / Cutting tool selection / Deburring / Dimensional measurement (caliper, micrometer) / Lathe operation
Recommended Skills
Basic CAD/CAM knowledge / Cutting insert selection / Quality control / Tool material knowledge
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | To ensure dimensional tolerances in precision machining. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Due to prolonged standing work and handling heavy objects. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Centered on routine work, little creativity is required. |
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