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fitter and turner

Craft and related trades workers

Metal, machinery and related trades workers

Blacksmiths, toolmakers and related trades workers

Metal working machine tool setters and operators

fitter and turner

Description

Code

7223.7

Description

Fitters and turners use machine tools to create and modify metal parts according to set specifications in order to fit components for machinery. They ensure the finished components are ready for assembly.

Alternative Labels

assembly line fitter

assembly line turner

electrical turner

engineering turner

fitter and turner

machine tool fitter

machine tool turner

tool and die fitter

tool and die turner

tool engineering fitter

tool engineering turner

tool fitter

tool turner

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

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