Standard Occupational Classification (SOC): Drilling and Boring Machine Tool Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic

Drilling and boring machine tool setters, operators, and tenders in healthcare may be responsible for setting up and operating a variety of machine tools to drill, bore, ream, mill, or otherwise shape metal or plastic parts. They may work with a variety of materials, including metal, plastic, wood, and composite materials, and may use a variety of machine tools, such as drill presses, lathes, milling machines, and grinding machines.

In the healthcare setting, drilling and boring machine tool setters, operators, and tenders may be responsible for producing or repairing medical equipment or devices, such as implantable devices or surgical instruments. They may also be responsible for maintaining and repairing the machine tools they use and keeping accurate records of their work.

It is important for drilling and boring machine tool setters, operators, and tenders in healthcare to follow safety protocols and guidelines to ensure that their work does not compromise the safety of the facility or the equipment they are working on. They may also need to work closely with other healthcare staff to coordinate their activities and ensure that their work does not disrupt patient care or other important tasks.