Compare Machinists & Patternmakers, Metal and Plastic District Of Columbia

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Salary

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Machinists $73,300
Patternmakers, Metal and Plastic Not Available
Similar skills & knowledge

These skills are commonly used in both your current job and your selected occupation.

Design
Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models.

Mathematics
Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.

Quality Control Analysis
Testing how well a product or service works.

Mechanical
Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.

Engineering and Technology
Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. This includes applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design and production of various goods and services.

skills & knowledge Gaps

These are areas where you might have skill gaps. People working in your selected job generally need higher levels in these skill and knowledge areas than people working in your current job.

Production and Processing Skills & Knowledge Gaps for Machinists
Machinists
Low
Production and Processing Skills & Knowledge Gaps for Patternmakers, Metal and Plastic
Patternmakers, Metal and Plastic
Medium

Production and Processing
Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.

Customer and Personal Service Skills & Knowledge Gaps for Machinists
Machinists
Low
Customer and Personal Service Skills & Knowledge Gaps for Patternmakers, Metal and Plastic
Patternmakers, Metal and Plastic
Medium

Customer and Personal Service
Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.

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Typical Level Of Training

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Typical level Of training for Machinists
Machinists

High school diploma or equivalent

Typical level Of training for Patternmakers, Metal and Plastic
Patternmakers, Metal and Plastic

High school diploma or equivalent

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Licensing

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Licensing for Machinists
Machinists

No license found in District of Columbia

Licensing for Patternmakers, Metal and Plastic
Patternmakers, Metal and Plastic

No license found in District of Columbia

Certification

Certifications help you get ahead or qualify for different jobs. You usually have to pass a test to earn one, and then you can show employers that you have the skills and knowledge needed to do well on the job.

Certification for Machinists
Machinists

32 related certifications

Certification for Patternmakers, Metal and Plastic
Patternmakers, Metal and Plastic

0 related certifications