laser beam welder

Laser beam welders set up and tend laser beam welding machines designed to join separate metal workpieces together through the use of a laser beam radiating a concentrated heat source that allows for precise welding.

Alternative Labels

laser beam machine operator

laser beam machine technician

laser beam welder

laser beam welding machine operator

laser operations

laser repair technician

laser repair welder

laser tube welder

laser tube welder apprentice

laser welder

laser welding operator

LBW machine operator

machine-welder

machine welder, lasers

maintenance technician

repair fitter

welder

Regulatory Aspect

To see if and how this occupation is regulated in EU Member States, EEA countries or Switzerland please consult the Regulated Professions Database of the Commission. Regulated Professions Database:

http://ec.europa.eu/growth/single-market/services/free-movement-professionals/qualifications-recognition_en

Skills & Competences

Essential Skills and Competences

apply precision metalworking techniques ensure correct metal temperature ensure equipment availability ensure necessary ventilation in machining monitor gauge perform machine maintenance perform test run prepare pieces for joining program a CNC controller read standard blueprints remove inadequate workpieces remove processed workpiece set up the controller of a machine supply machine tend laser beam welding machine troubleshoot use CAM software use automatic programming verify laser beam measurement wear appropriate protective gear

Essential Knowledge

laser types manufacturing processes quality and cycle time optimisation quality standards statistical process control types of metal

Optional Skills and Competences

adjust temperature gauges advise on machinery malfunctions apply preliminary treatment to workpieces consult technical resources ensure correct gas pressure inspect quality of products keep records of work progress maintain mechanical equipment monitor automated machines operate precision measuring equipment record production data for quality control smooth burred surfaces spot metal imperfections supply machine with appropriate tools use welding equipment

Optional Knowledge

ferrous metal processing laser engraving methods laser marking processes manufacturing of cutlery manufacturing of doors from metal manufacturing of metal containers manufacturing of small metal parts manufacturing of steam generators manufacturing of weapons and ammunition metal joining technologies types of metal manufacturing processes welding techniques

Concept URI

Concept Uri

http://data.europa.eu/esco/occupation/c81af273-1112-4b3f-a2a5-b85b1290ae22

Status

released

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