Skills by Occupation
The skills each role needs — from the EU's official ESCO classification.
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spark erosion machine operator
ESCO occupation · 15 essential, 34 optional skills. Click a skill to find jobs that mention it.
Essential skills
apply cross-reference tools for product identification
tend spark erosion machine
operate precision measuring equipment
supply machine
set up the controller of a machine
electrical discharge
monitor automated machines
dispose of cutting waste material
consult technical resources
remove inadequate workpieces
quality standards
troubleshoot
types of metal
metal eroding technology
remove processed workpiece
Optional & specialised skills
apply control process statistical methods
use CAM software
manufacturing of small metal parts
ensure equipment availability
manufacturing of tools
perform product testing
program a CNC controller
manufacturing of weapons and ammunition
monitor stock level
manufacturing of door furniture from metal
provide advice to technicians
mark processed workpiece
statistical process control
manufacturing of metal household articles
cutting technologies
types of metal manufacturing processes
replace machines
inspect quality of products
perform test run
manufacturing of light metal packaging
maintain mechanical equipment
manufacturing of steam generators
chemistry
manufacturing of cutlery
interpret geometric dimensions and tolerances
manufacturing of metal containers
record production data for quality control
keep records of work progress
quality and cycle time optimisation
electrical engineering
ensure public safety and security
ferrous metal processing
non-ferrous metal processing
read standard blueprints
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Coming next: live skill demand and trends — how often each skill
actually appears in job ads — arrive with the EURES / Cedefop integration. The skills above
are the canonical requirements for the role from the EU ESCO taxonomy.