{"schemaVersion":"1.0","exportedAt":"2026-05-15T12:40:04.193Z","occupation":{"soc":"51-4023.00","title":"Rolling Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic","group":"Production","sector":"31-33","jobZone":2,"jobZoneInferred":false},"framework":{"version":"v.26.05","description":"","contextCovered":"This framework covers the setup, operation, quality monitoring, troubleshooting, and leadership of rolling and milling machines used to process metal and plastic materials in industrial production environments.","levels":{"emerging":{"label":"Emerging","statements":["Rolling and milling machine startup procedures — follow step-by-step under direct supervision to flatten and feed sheet metal sections on a production floor.","Raw materials and finished metal products — inspect visually for obvious defects and surface irregularities under technician guidance in a metal processing facility.","Rolling orders and basic blueprints — read and identify key setup specifications, product dimensions, and work sequences with supervisor assistance.","Machine cycle and mill operation — monitor continuously and alert a lead operator when jamming or irregular sounds are detected on the production line.","Roll distance points and guide stops — position according to supervisor-provided specifications before machine startup in a metal rolling operation.","Dial indicators and speed controls — observe and report readings to a senior operator to support regulated machine mechanism speeds during a production run.","Hand tools and basic measuring instruments — use to record raw material dimensions and compare against specification sheets under direct instruction.","Equipment safety protocols and lockout/tagout procedures — apply consistently before approaching rolling machinery in a manufacturing plant environment.","Work sequences and mill schedules — review with a supervisor to understand daily production priorities and installation procedures for assigned machine stands.","Basic product defects such as surface scratches and uneven thickness — recognize and flag for correction by a qualified operator during routine production shifts."]},"developing":{"label":"Developing","statements":["Sheet metal thickness and temper specifications — verify against rolling orders by measuring finished strip output with calipers and gauges on a semi-automated mill line.","Machine set-up adjustments — perform independently to correct roll gaps and reduce material thickness when products fall outside tolerance during a production run.","Milling machine controls and dial indicators — manipulate routinely to regulate roll speed and maintain consistent strip dimensions across a standard production cycle.","Draft space and roll speed calculations — compute for individual mill stands using established formulas to plan rolling sequences and meet specified tempers.","Minor jamming incidents and feed misalignments — diagnose and resolve with limited supervisor input by applying learned troubleshooting steps on metal rolling equipment.","Finished steel strips and sheet metal sections — examine systematically for dimensional conformance and surface quality against blueprint specifications during end-of-shift inspections.","Roll guides and metering stops — set and verify at the start of each production order to match required product profiles in a rolling mill environment.","Mill schedule changes and updated rolling orders — read, interpret, and communicate production adjustments to co-workers on the shop floor during shift transitions.","Recurring equipment performance patterns — monitor and document over multiple shifts to identify early indicators of wear or misalignment on rolling machinery.","Time allocation across multiple machine setups — manage to meet daily production targets while maintaining quality standards in a moderate-volume metal processing facility."]},"proficient":{"label":"Proficient","statements":["Full rolling sequence setup — plan and execute autonomously, calculating draft space and roll speed for each stand to achieve specified dimensions and tempers without oversight.","Complex product defects including warping, edge cracking, and surface scaling — analyze root causes and implement corrective adjustments to machine parameters on a live production line.","Non-routine blueprint and rolling order requirements — interpret independently and translate into precise guide, roll, and stop configurations for specialty metal and plastic profiles.","Continuous operations monitoring across multiple mill stands — conduct simultaneously, adjusting controls in real time to sustain product conformance throughout extended production runs.","Equipment maintenance and repair tasks — perform on rolling machinery, including roll changes and bearing inspections, to minimize unplanned downtime in a high-throughput facility.","Quality control analysis — apply systematically by sampling, measuring, and statistically evaluating finished strip data to identify process drift before defect rates escalate.","Difficult set-up scenarios such as mixed-alloy runs or gauge transitions — troubleshoot and resolve by applying advanced mechanical knowledge and process experience on the mill floor.","Incoming raw material quality — assess against mill specifications using precision instruments, rejecting or flagging non-conforming stock before it enters the rolling process.","Coordination with maintenance, quality, and scheduling teams — lead during changeovers and process upsets to restore production efficiency and product quality in a metal rolling operation.","Operator training gaps identified during production — address in real time by demonstrating correct machine control techniques and reinforcing specification-reading practices on the shop floor."]},"advanced":{"label":"Advanced","statements":["Rolling mill setup standards and best-practice procedures — develop and document to establish consistent quality benchmarks across all shifts in a metal and plastic production facility.","Operator skill development programs — design and implement, incorporating hands-on rolling machine instruction and blueprint literacy training to build a competent production workforce.","Production quality metrics and defect trend data — analyze at an organizational level to drive continuous improvement initiatives and reduce scrap rates across the rolling operation.","Capital equipment selection and roll configuration decisions — lead by evaluating mechanical specifications and production requirements when upgrading or expanding a rolling mill operation.","Cross-functional coordination among production, engineering, and quality assurance teams — direct to resolve systemic process problems affecting sheet metal conformance and throughput.","Mill scheduling strategy and rolling sequence planning — oversee across multiple product lines, balancing equipment capacity and customer delivery requirements in a high-mix manufacturing environment.","Safety culture and compliance standards for rolling machinery — champion by establishing protocols, conducting audits, and holding teams accountable in a metal processing plant.","Mentorship of developing and proficient operators — provide through structured coaching, technical feedback, and performance reviews to accelerate expertise across the production department.","Process improvement proposals for new alloy grades or plastic profiles — evaluate and authorize, drawing on deep mechanical and production-processing knowledge to manage risk and quality.","Organizational production performance and downtime reduction targets — own by setting measurable goals, tracking key indicators, and leading corrective action planning for a rolling mill facility."]}}},"sources":{"onet":"v30.2 (CC BY 4.0)","crosswalk":"https://skillscrosswalk.com","generator":"LER.me"},"attribution":"© EBSCOed"}