Layout Worker (Metal/Plastic)

Lay out reference points and dimensions on metal or plastic stock or workpieces, such as sheets, plates, tubes, structural shapes, castings, or machine parts, for further processing. Includes shipfitters.

O*NET reports this occupation under titles such as: Development Mechanic; Layout Fabricator; Layout Fitter; Layout Inspector; Layout Man; Layout Mechanic; Layout Technician (Layout Tech); Layout Worker

Tasks

• Mark curves, lines, holes, dimensions, and welding symbols onto workpieces, using scribes, soapstones, punches, and hand drills.
• Plan locations and sequences of cutting, drilling, bending, rolling, punching, and welding operations, using compasses, protractors, dividers, and rules.
• Fit and align fabricated parts to be welded or assembled.
• Locate center lines and verify template positions, using measuring instruments such as gauge blocks, height gauges, and dial indicators.
• Plan and develop layouts from blueprints and templates, applying knowledge of trigonometry, design, effects of heat, and properties of metals.
• Lay out and fabricate metal structural parts such as plates, bulkheads, and frames.
• Compute layout dimensions, and determine and mark reference points on metal stock or workpieces for further processing, such as welding and assembly.
• Lift and position workpieces in relation to surface plates, manually or with hoists, and using parallel blocks and angle plates.
• Design and prepare templates of wood, paper, or metal.

Knowledge

• Mathematics
• Design
• Mechanical
• Production and Processing
• Administration and Management
• Engineering and Technology
• Building and Construction
• English Language
• Computers and Electronics
• Education and Training

Skills

• Mathematics
• Reading Comprehension
• Critical Thinking
• Monitoring

Abilities

• Near Vision
• Visualization
• Arm-Hand Steadiness
• Problem Sensitivity
• Manual Dexterity
• Information Ordering
• Deductive Reasoning
• Finger Dexterity
• Written Comprehension
• Mathematical Reasoning
• Flexibility of Closure
• Perceptual Speed
• Selective Attention
• Oral Comprehension
• Oral Expression
• Inductive Reasoning
• Category Flexibility
• Number Facility
• Control Precision
• Multilimb Coordination
• Trunk Strength
• Far Vision
• Auditory Attention