Operator Boring Machine

Aliases: Boring Operator, Boring Machine Operator

Industry/Sector(s): Capital Goods and Manufacturing

JOB DESCRIPTION ¹

The tasks an Operator Boring Machine is expected to perform include:

Carrying out boring operations and its preparation
Performing boring operations in sheet, plate, rolled section or pipe using horizontal and/or vertical boring machines
Selecting the appropriate tools and cutters
Checking for defects
Mounting and securing the tools to relevant tool holding devices and machine spindle
Performing tasks as per the health, safety and environmental regulations

WORK ENVIRONMENT ^{1, 2, 3}

It is not a desk job
Need not handle a team
Travelling is a part of this job role
Part-time work is not available
Work from home option is not available

Working hours

Organizations usually work for 5/6 days a week and 8/9 hours everyday. This may vary from organization to organization
Shift system may be available
Overtime may be required

Is the job suitable for a candidate with special needs?

This may vary from organization to organization

EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS AND TRAINING ¹

Preferably, 10^th
Certified training for Operator Boring Machine (programme aligned to CSC/Q 0107 released by Capital Goods Skill Council)

KEY COMPETENCIES ¹

Knowledge of interpreting drawings, specifications, schedules, etc.
Knowledge of various types and application of boring machines, tools and tool holders
Knowledge and understanding of cutting parameters, methods of holding and securing boring and finishing tools and work-pieces for boring
Working knowledge of carrying out vertical and horizontal boring, its sequence, procedures, tools and equipment
Knowledge of how to prepare, set-up, operate and monitor machinery as per manufacturer’s instructions
Knowledge of how to identify, set-up and change tools to meet the requirement
Knowledge of the difficulty that occurs in the process and how to address them
Knowledge of health, safety and environmental regulations, hazards associated and personal protective equipment required

DESIRABLE COMPETENCIES ¹

Good communication skills
Problem-solving skills

AVAILABLE SKILL TRAINING AND LEARNING INSTITUTES

Schools across India

AVAILABLE SKILL TRAINING SCHEMES/SCHOLARSHIPS

For scholarship and schemes, use further links like:

https://scholarships.gov.in/
http://pmkvyofficial.org/ExploreSectorSkillCouncilDetail.aspx?SSC=MTI%3d

SAMPLE OF TRAINING AND LEARNING COURSES

http://dget.nic.in/upload/uploadfiles/files/List%20of%20Designated%20Trades%20under%20the%20Apprentices%20Act%201961/Operator%20Advance%20Machine.pdf

CAREER PROGRESSION PATH ⁴

Operator Boring Machine → Supervisor → Manager

The progression is indicative

EXPECTED EARNINGS ³

For new entrants – Rs 8,000 to Rs 10,000 per month

These figures are indicative and subject to change

REQUIRED WORK EXPERIENCE ¹

Some organizations hire new entrants too

PROBABLE EMPLOYERS ³

Manufacturing companies such as companies that manufacture goods and machine tools
Distributors and technological companies that build machine tools

KEYWORDS

Boring Machine
Boring
Boring Machine Operator

OCCUPATIONAL CODES AND STANDARDS

Standard	Code	Description
NCO 2015	7223.1701	Operator Boring Machine
ISCO 2008	7223	Metal Working Machine Tool Setters and Operators
NIC 2008	25920	Machining; treatment and coating of metals
QP Reference	CSC/ Q 0107	Boring Machine
NSQF	Level 2	Not available

REFERENCES

1	www.nsdcindia.org/sites/default/files/files/CGSC-Boring-Machine-Operator.pdf
2	http://www.ccdisabilities.nic.in/page.php?s=reg&t=def&p=list_jobsNew
3	http://www.indeed.co.in/cmp/Challenge-Info-Tech/jobs/Opening-CNC-Machine-Operator-8029f1df133be0e4?q=CNC+Machine+Operator
4	http://dget.nic.in/upload/uploadfiles/files/publication/Des-Div-7.pdf

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