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Engrave or etch metal, wood, rubber, or other materials. Includes such workers as etcher-circuit processors, pantograph engravers, and silk screen etchers.


Sample of reported job titles: Acid Etch Operator, Award Machine Operator, Chemical Engraver, Electronic Engraver, Engraver, Etcher, Laser Engraver, Photo Engraver, Screen Making Technician, Wet Process Technician


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Tasks

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  • Inspect etched work for depth of etching, uniformity, and defects, using calibrated microscopes, gauges, fingers, or magnifying lenses.See more occupations related to this task.
  • Examine sketches, diagrams, samples, blueprints, or photographs to decide how designs are to be etched, cut, or engraved onto workpieces.See more occupations related to this task.
  • Clean and polish engraved areas.See more occupations related to this task.
  • Prepare workpieces for etching or engraving by cutting, sanding, cleaning, polishing, or treating them with wax, acid resist, lime, etching powder, or light-sensitive enamel.See more occupations related to this task.
  • Engrave and print patterns, designs, etchings, trademarks, or lettering onto flat or curved surfaces of a wide variety of metal, glass, plastic, or paper items, using hand tools or hand-held power tools.See more occupations related to this task.
  • Prepare etching chemicals according to formulas, diluting acid with water to obtain solutions of specified concentration.See more occupations related to this task.
  • Use computer software to design patterns for engraving.See more occupations related to this task.
  • Expose workpieces to acid to develop etch patterns such as designs, lettering, or figures.See more occupations related to this task.
  • Adjust depths and sizes of cuts by adjusting heights of worktables, or by adjusting machine-arm gauges.See more occupations related to this task.
  • Cut outlines of impressions with gravers, and remove excess material with knives.See more occupations related to this task.
  • Measure and compute dimensions of lettering, designs, or patterns to be engraved.See more occupations related to this task.
  • Neutralize workpieces to remove acid, wax, or enamel, using water, solvents, brushes, or specialized machines.See more occupations related to this task.
  • Examine engraving for quality of cut, burrs, rough spots, and irregular or incomplete engraving.See more occupations related to this task.
  • Transfer image to workpiece, using contact printer, pantograph stylus, silkscreen printing device, or stamp pad.See more occupations related to this task.
  • Set reduction scales to attain specified sizes of reproduction on workpieces, and set pantograph controls for required heights, depths, and widths of cuts.See more occupations related to this task.
  • Print proofs or examine designs to verify accuracy of engraving, and rework engraving as required.See more occupations related to this task.
  • Position and clamp workpieces, plates, or rollers in holding fixtures.See more occupations related to this task.
  • Remove wax or tape from etched glassware by using a stylus or knife, or by immersing ware in hot water.See more occupations related to this task.
  • Guide stylus over template, causing cutting tool to duplicate design or letters on workpiece.See more occupations related to this task.
  • Start machines and lower cutting tools to beginning points on patterns.See more occupations related to this task.
  • Determine machine settings, and move bars or levers to reproduce designs on rollers or plates.See more occupations related to this task.
  • Remove completed workpieces and place them in trays.See more occupations related to this task.
  • Insert cutting tools or bits into machines and secure them with wrenches.See more occupations related to this task.
  • Sandblast exposed areas of glass to cut designs in surfaces, using spray guns.See more occupations related to this task.
  • Sketch, trace, or scribe layout lines and designs on workpieces, plates, dies, or rollers, using compasses, scribers, gravers, or pencils.See more occupations related to this task.
  • Fill etched characters with opaque paste to improve readability.See more occupations related to this task.
  • Brush or wipe acid over engraving to darken or highlight inscriptions.See more occupations related to this task.
  • Select and insert required templates into pattern frames beneath the stylus of a machine cutting tool or router.See more occupations related to this task.

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Technology Skills

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  • Computer aided design CAD and computer aided manufacturing CAM system — Computer aided design and computer aided manufacturing CAD/CAM engraving softwareSee more occupations related to this technology.
  • Computer aided manufacturing CAM software — Delcam ArtCAM Express; Gravograph GravoStyle; Western Engravers Supply Vision EXPERTSee more occupations related to this technology.
  • Data base user interface and query software — Data entry software Hot technologySee more occupations related to this technology.
  • Graphics or photo imaging software — Adobe Systems Adobe Illustrator Hot technologySee more occupations related to this technology.
  • Operating system software — Microsoft Windows Hot technologySee more occupations related to this technology.

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Knowledge

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  • Production and Processing — Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.See more occupations related to this knowledge.
  • 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.See more occupations related to this knowledge.
  • Design — Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models.See more occupations related to this knowledge.
  • Mechanical — Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.See more occupations related to this knowledge.

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Skills

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  • Monitoring — Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.See more occupations related to this skill.
  • Operations Monitoring — Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly.See more occupations related to this skill.
  • Reading Comprehension — Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.See more occupations related to this skill.
  • Active Listening — Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.See more occupations related to this skill.
  • Critical Thinking — Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.See more occupations related to this skill.
  • Operation and Control — Controlling operations of equipment or systems.See more occupations related to this skill.
  • Quality Control Analysis — Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate quality or performance.See more occupations related to this skill.
  • Speaking — Talking to others to convey information effectively.See more occupations related to this skill.

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Abilities

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  • Near Vision — The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).See more occupations related to this ability.
  • Arm-Hand Steadiness — The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while holding your arm and hand in one position.See more occupations related to this ability.
  • Control Precision — The ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine or a vehicle to exact positions.See more occupations related to this ability.
  • Oral Comprehension — The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.See more occupations related to this ability.
  • Finger Dexterity — The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or both hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble very small objects.See more occupations related to this ability.
  • Manual Dexterity — The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your two hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble objects.See more occupations related to this ability.
  • Oral Expression — The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand.See more occupations related to this ability.
  • Selective Attention — The ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distracted.See more occupations related to this ability.
  • Problem Sensitivity — The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does not involve solving the problem, only recognizing there is a problem.See more occupations related to this ability.
  • Speech Clarity — The ability to speak clearly so others can understand you.See more occupations related to this ability.
  • Speech Recognition — The ability to identify and understand the speech of another person.See more occupations related to this ability.
  • Visualization — The ability to imagine how something will look after it is moved around or when its parts are moved or rearranged.See more occupations related to this ability.
  • Category Flexibility — The ability to generate or use different sets of rules for combining or grouping things in different ways.See more occupations related to this ability.
  • Deductive Reasoning — The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.See more occupations related to this ability.
  • Fluency of Ideas — The ability to come up with a number of ideas about a topic (the number of ideas is important, not their quality, correctness, or creativity).See more occupations related to this ability.
  • Inductive Reasoning — The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusions (includes finding a relationship among seemingly unrelated events).See more occupations related to this ability.
  • Information Ordering — The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according to a specific rule or set of rules (e.g., patterns of numbers, letters, words, pictures, mathematical operations).See more occupations related to this ability.
  • Written Comprehension — The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.See more occupations related to this ability.

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Work Activities

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  • Getting Information — Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Controlling Machines and Processes — Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines or processes (not including computers or vehicles).See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work — Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events — Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or similarities, and detecting changes in circumstances or events.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Handling and Moving Objects — Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials, and manipulating things.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment — Servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, and equipment that operate primarily on the basis of mechanical (not electronic) principles.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Judging the Qualities of Things, Services, or People — Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates — Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings — Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment, to detect or assess problems.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Thinking Creatively — Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, systems, or products, including artistic contributions.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Making Decisions and Solving Problems — Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Analyzing Data or Information — Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by breaking down information or data into separate parts.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Interacting With Computers — Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to program, write software, set up functions, enter data, or process information.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Processing Information — Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying information or data.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards — Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with laws, regulations, or standards.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information — Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resources, or materials needed to perform a work activity.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Material — Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Performing General Physical Activities — Performing physical activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling of materials.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Training and Teaching Others — Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or training programs or classes, and teaching or instructing others.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge — Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Documenting/Recording Information — Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in written or electronic/magnetic form.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships — Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and maintaining them over time.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Scheduling Work and Activities — Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment — Providing documentation, detailed instructions, drawings, or specifications to tell others about how devices, parts, equipment, or structures are to be fabricated, constructed, assembled, modified, maintained, or used.See more occupations related to this activity.

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Detailed Work Activities

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  • Inspect finishes of workpieces or finished products.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Engrave designs, text, or other markings onto materials, workpieces, or products.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Apply protective or decorative finishes to workpieces or products.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Polish materials, workpieces, or finished products.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Cut industrial materials in preparation for fabrication or processing.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Mix substances to create chemical solutions.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Design templates or patterns.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Set equipment controls to meet cutting specifications.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Review blueprints or other instructions to determine operational methods or sequences.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Trim excess material from workpieces.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Calculate dimensions of workpieces, products, or equipment.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Measure materials to mark reference points, cutting lines, or other indicators.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Clean workpieces or finished products.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Operate equipment to print images or bind printed images together.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Mount attachments or tools onto production equipment.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Immerse objects or workpieces in cleaning or coating solutions.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Inspected printed materials or other images to verify quality.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Mount materials or workpieces onto production equipment.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Operate cutting equipment.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Determine production equipment settings.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Remove products or workpieces from production equipment.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Draw guide lines or markings on materials or workpieces using patterns or other references.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Fill cracks, imperfections, or holes in products or workpieces.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Position patterns on equipment, materials, or workpieces.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Select production equipment according to product specifications.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Monitor equipment operation to ensure that products are not flawed.See more occupations related to this activity.

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Work Context

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  • Face-to-Face Discussions — 96% responded “Every day.”See more occupations related to this work context.
  • Importance of Being Exact or Accurate — 59% responded “Extremely important.”See more occupations related to this work context.
  • Indoors, Environmentally Controlled — 83% responded “Every day.”See more occupations related to this work context.
  • Spend Time Using Your Hands to Handle, Control, or Feel Objects, Tools, or Controls — 51% responded “Continually or almost continually.”See more occupations related to this work context.
  • Exposed to Contaminants — 52% responded “Every day.”See more occupations related to this work context.
  • Time Pressure — 56% responded “Every day.”See more occupations related to this work context.
  • Structured versus Unstructured Work — 51% responded “A lot of freedom.”See more occupations related to this work context.
  • Freedom to Make Decisions — 51% responded “A lot of freedom.”See more occupations related to this work context.
  • Telephone — 43% responded “Once a week or more but not every day.”See more occupations related to this work context.
  • Wear Common Protective or Safety Equipment such as Safety Shoes, Glasses, Gloves, Hearing Protection, Hard Hats, or Life Jackets — 45% responded “Every day.”See more occupations related to this work context.
  • Sounds, Noise Levels Are Distracting or Uncomfortable — 41% responded “Every day.”See more occupations related to this work context.
  • Contact With Others — 43% responded “Occasional contact with others.”See more occupations related to this work context.
  • Spend Time Standing — 31% responded “Less than half the time.”See more occupations related to this work context.
  • Importance of Repeating Same Tasks — 37% responded “Very important.”See more occupations related to this work context.
  • Work With Work Group or Team — 30% responded “Extremely important.”See more occupations related to this work context.
  • Electronic Mail — 47% responded “Every day.”See more occupations related to this work context.
  • Duration of Typical Work Week — 41% responded “40 hours.”See more occupations related to this work context.
  • Frequency of Decision Making — 37% responded “Every day.”See more occupations related to this work context.
  • Consequence of Error — 59% responded “Serious.”See more occupations related to this work context.
  • Coordinate or Lead Others — 22% responded “Very important.”See more occupations related to this work context.
  • Spend Time Making Repetitive Motions — 40% responded “Less than half the time.”See more occupations related to this work context.

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Job Zone

Title Job Zone Two: Some Preparation Needed
Education These occupations usually require a high school diploma.
Related Experience Some previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is usually needed. For example, a teller would benefit from experience working directly with the public.
Job Training Employees in these occupations need anywhere from a few months to one year of working with experienced employees. A recognized apprenticeship program may be associated with these occupations.
Job Zone Examples These occupations often involve using your knowledge and skills to help others. Examples include orderlies, counter and rental clerks, customer service representatives, security guards, upholsterers, and tellers.
SVP Range (4.0 to < 6.0)

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Education


Percentage of Respondents
Education Level Required
54   High school diploma or equivalent

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33   Less than high school diploma
13   Associate’s degree

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Credentials

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Interests

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  • Realistic — Realistic occupations frequently involve work activities that include practical, hands-on problems and solutions. They often deal with plants, animals, and real-world materials like wood, tools, and machinery. Many of the occupations require working outside, and do not involve a lot of paperwork or working closely with others.See more occupations related to this interest.
  • Conventional — Conventional occupations frequently involve following set procedures and routines. These occupations can include working with data and details more than with ideas. Usually there is a clear line of authority to follow.See more occupations related to this interest.

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Work Styles

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  • Attention to Detail — Job requires being careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks.See more occupations related to this work style.
  • Independence — Job requires developing one’s own ways of doing things, guiding oneself with little or no supervision, and depending on oneself to get things done.See more occupations related to this work style.
  • Dependability — Job requires being reliable, responsible, and dependable, and fulfilling obligations.See more occupations related to this work style.
  • Achievement/Effort — Job requires establishing and maintaining personally challenging achievement goals and exerting effort toward mastering tasks.See more occupations related to this work style.
  • Persistence — Job requires persistence in the face of obstacles.See more occupations related to this work style.
  • Cooperation — Job requires being pleasant with others on the job and displaying a good-natured, cooperative attitude.See more occupations related to this work style.
  • Initiative — Job requires a willingness to take on responsibilities and challenges.See more occupations related to this work style.
  • Self Control — Job requires maintaining composure, keeping emotions in check, controlling anger, and avoiding aggressive behavior, even in very difficult situations.See more occupations related to this work style.
  • Analytical Thinking — Job requires analyzing information and using logic to address work-related issues and problems.See more occupations related to this work style.
  • Integrity — Job requires being honest and ethical.See more occupations related to this work style.
  • Stress Tolerance — Job requires accepting criticism and dealing calmly and effectively with high stress situations.See more occupations related to this work style.
  • Adaptability/Flexibility — Job requires being open to change (positive or negative) and to considerable variety in the workplace.See more occupations related to this work style.
  • Innovation — Job requires creativity and alternative thinking to develop new ideas for and answers to work-related problems.See more occupations related to this work style.
  • Concern for Others — Job requires being sensitive to others’ needs and feelings and being understanding and helpful on the job.See more occupations related to this work style.
  • Leadership — Job requires a willingness to lead, take charge, and offer opinions and direction.See more occupations related to this work style.

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Work Values

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  • Support — Occupations that satisfy this work value offer supportive management that stands behind employees. Corresponding needs are Company Policies, Supervision: Human Relations and Supervision: Technical.See more occupations related to this work value.
  • Independence — Occupations that satisfy this work value allow employees to work on their own and make decisions. Corresponding needs are Creativity, Responsibility and Autonomy.See more occupations related to this work value.
  • Relationships — Occupations that satisfy this work value allow employees to provide service to others and work with co-workers in a friendly non-competitive environment. Corresponding needs are Co-workers, Moral Values and Social Service.See more occupations related to this work value.

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