{"schemaVersion":"1.0","exportedAt":"2026-05-15T12:39:48.339Z","occupation":{"soc":"51-9194.00","title":"Etchers and Engravers","group":"Production","sector":"31-33","jobZone":2,"jobZoneInferred":false},"framework":{"version":"v.26.05","description":"","contextCovered":"This framework covers manual and computer-aided etching and engraving work performed in production shop environments, spanning tool use, design interpretation, quality inspection, finishing, and team leadership across Job Zone 2 career stages.","levels":{"emerging":{"label":"Emerging","statements":["Basic etching and engraving tools — identify and handle under direct supervision on a production shop floor.","Sketches and diagrams — review and interpret basic design elements with guidance before beginning a workpiece.","Calibrated magnifying lenses and gauges — use under supervision to inspect etched surfaces for visible defects.","Cleaning and polishing supplies — apply to engraved areas following step-by-step instructions provided by a lead engraver.","Safety protocols for chemical etchants — follow precisely in a controlled production environment with supervisor oversight.","Blueprints and sample photographs — examine alongside a trainer to understand how a design maps onto a workpiece.","Simple engraving patterns — reproduce on practice materials under close direction in a vocational training setting.","Hand control and finger steadiness — practice on scrap workpieces to build precision before working on production items.","Depth gauges and microscopes — operate at a basic level to confirm etch depth meets specified measurements under guidance.","Office suite software — use to open and print job orders and design specifications in a shop office setting."]},"developing":{"label":"Developing","statements":["Etching depth and uniformity — monitor across a batch of workpieces using calibrated gauges with minimal supervisor input.","Customer sketches and blueprints — read and translate into engraving plans independently for routine production jobs.","Chemical etching solutions — control concentration and exposure time to achieve consistent results on standard materials.","Engraved surfaces — clean and polish to finished quality standards, selecting appropriate compounds for each material type.","CAM software — operate to generate tool paths for repeat engraving jobs in a computer-aided production environment.","Quality defects such as uneven lines or shallow cuts — identify through visual inspection and magnification during routine checks.","Production schedules — follow and pace workload to meet output targets in a mid-volume engraving shop.","Arm-hand steadiness — apply during freehand engraving of moderately complex designs on metal or glass workpieces.","Verbal and written job instructions — listen and respond to actively, clarifying specifications with supervisors or customers as needed.","Graphics imaging software — use to adapt provided digital designs to fit workpiece dimensions before production begins."]},"proficient":{"label":"Proficient","statements":["Complex multi-element designs — etch or engrave autonomously from blueprints, photographs, and CAD files with full accuracy.","Calibrated microscopes and precision gauges — use independently to verify etch depth, uniformity, and surface integrity across all job types.","Non-routine defects in etched workpieces — diagnose root causes and implement corrective adjustments without supervisory direction.","CAD and CAM systems — operate to customize tool paths and settings for specialty materials and non-standard design geometries.","Full engraving workflow — manage from design review through final polish, ensuring all quality standards are met on diverse orders.","Customer specifications and sample references — analyze critically to determine the optimal technique and tooling for each unique job.","Chemical and mechanical etching methods — select and apply based on material properties, design complexity, and required finish quality.","Selective attention during extended production runs — maintain to catch subtle variation in line weight, depth, or texture across large batches.","Operating system software and production records — maintain accurately to track job status, tool wear, and material consumption.","Finishing and polishing techniques — execute at expert level to enhance clarity and aesthetic quality of engraved details on finished pieces."]},"advanced":{"label":"Advanced","statements":["Shop-wide quality standards for etching and engraving — establish and enforce across all production staff and workstations.","New engravers and trainees — mentor in tool use, design interpretation, and inspection techniques within a structured on-the-job program.","Production workflows and tooling configurations — redesign to improve throughput, reduce defects, and lower material waste at an organizational level.","CAD/CAM technology upgrades — evaluate, recommend, and lead implementation of new software and equipment for the engraving operation.","Complex custom orders from commercial clients — oversee end-to-end, serving as the primary technical authority and client liaison.","Inspection and quality control protocols — author and document for use as standard operating procedures across the production department.","Supplier relationships for etchants, tooling, and raw materials — manage to ensure consistent quality and cost-effective procurement.","Safety compliance for chemical handling and equipment operation — lead audits and corrective action plans to maintain regulatory standards.","Production performance metrics — analyze and present to shop management, identifying trends and driving continuous improvement initiatives.","Cross-functional collaboration with design, sales, and operations teams — lead to align engraving capabilities with organizational production goals."]}}},"sources":{"onet":"v30.2 (CC BY 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