Will “Last Model Maker” be Replaced By Robots? 🤔

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“Last Model Maker” will probably be replaced by robots.

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Job Description

Cut, shape, and assemble wooden articles or set up and operate a variety of woodworking machines, such as power saws, jointers, and mortisers to surface, cut, or shape lumber or to fabricate parts for wood products.

Job Details

The SOC (Standard Occupational Classification) code is 51-7011.00
The Mean Annual Wage in the U.S. is $ 34,800.00
The Mean Hourly Wage is $ 16.00
Currently, there are 97,980 people on this job

☝️ Information based on the reference occupation “Cabinetmakers and Bench Carpenters”.

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Tasks for “Last Model Maker”

Program computers to operate machinery.
Attach parts or subassemblies together to form completed units, using glue, dowels, nails, screws, or clamps.
Establish the specifications of articles to be constructed or repaired or plan the methods or operations for shaping or assembling parts, based on blueprints, drawings, diagrams, or oral or written instructions.
Measure and mark dimensions of parts on paper or lumber stock prior to cutting, following blueprints, to ensure a tight fit and quality product.
Verify dimensions or check the quality or fit of pieces to ensure adherence to specifications.
Design furniture, using computer-aided drawing programs.
Install hardware, such as hinges, handles, catches, or drawer pulls, using hand tools.
Set up or operate machines, including power saws, jointers, mortisers, tenoners, molders, or shapers, to cut, mold, or shape woodstock or wood substitutes.
Match materials for color, grain, or texture, giving attention to knots or other features of the wood.
Repair or alter wooden furniture, cabinetry, fixtures, paneling, or other pieces.
Apply Masonite, formica, or vinyl surfacing materials.
Cut timber to the right size and shape and trim parts of joints to ensure a snug fit, using hand tools, such as planes, chisels, or wood files.
Bore holes for insertion of screws or dowels, by hand or using boring machines.
Draw up detailed specifications and discuss projects with customers.
Estimate the amounts, types, or costs of needed materials.
Produce or assemble components of articles, such as store fixtures, office equipment, cabinets, or high-grade furniture.
Reinforce joints with nails or other fasteners to prepare articles for finishing.
Dip, brush, or spray assembled articles with protective or decorative finishes, such as stain, varnish, paint, or lacquer.
Trim, sand, or scrape surfaces or joints to prepare articles for finishing.
Perform final touch-ups with sandpaper or steel wool.

Related Technology & Tools

Wood files
Power sanders
Carpentry chisels
Measuring tapes
Power planers
Spokeshaves
Moisture meters
Bowl lathes
Dividers
Power screwguns
Precision levels
Burn-in knives
Scribers
Braces and bits
Veneer saws
Skew chisels
Profile molders
Circular planes
Marking gauges
Hand screw wood clamps
Scroll saws
Minipresses
Thickness planers
Personal computers
Adjustable hand wrenches
Circular saws
Edge banders
Reciprocating saws
Tool sharpeners
Water wheels
Laminate trimmers
Tenoners
Heated putty knives
Nail guns
Overarm routers
Combination squares
Sliding panel saws
Hand sanding blocks
Locking C-clamps
Random orbital sanders
Machinists' squares
Biscuit joiners
Miter saws
Table saws
Pneumatic staplers
Viscosity cups
Quick-release clamps
Utility knives
Wide belt sanders
Mini lathes
Plate jointers
Hand augers
Angle dividers
Cold presses
Morticers
T-bevels
Slide calipers
Bar clamps
Bench dogs
Hot presses
Radial drills
Drill presses
Power drills
Edging clamps
Smooth planes
Jointers
Parallel jaw clamps
Computerized numerical control CNC machining centers
Layout squares
Profile grinders
Power routers
Band clamps
Fore planes
Trammel points
Block planes
Dial calipers
Locking pliers
Roughing gouges
Drafting compasses
Bench grinders
Bandsaws
Table routers
Parting tools
Jig saws
Back saws
Bowl gouges
Set squares
Spring clamps
Cutoff saws
Disk sanders
Paint spray guns
Claw hammers
Wedge clamps
Awls
Miter clamps
Fingernail gouges
Wood lathes
Edge sanders
Straight screwdrivers
Hand saws
Paint application brushes
Saber saws
Sliding table saws
Rip saws
Adjustable jigs
Shapers
Combination planes
Belt sanders
Phillips head screwdrivers
Tenon saws
Lacquer booths
Spindle shapers
Templates
Scrapers
Draw knives
Safety glasses
Bastard flat files
Cam clamps
T-squares
Steel rules
Bench vises
Power saws
Boring machines
Staple guns
Marking knives
Digital micrometers
Portable routers
Protective ear plugs
Computerized numerical control CNC routers
Single spindle drill presses
Metal punches
Jack planes
Biscuit joining machines
Line borers
Plumb bobs
Putty knives
Chop saws
Panel saws
Panel routers
Plunge routers
Pin nailers
Safety goggles
Pneumatic nail guns
Mallets
Paint application rollers
Radial arm saws
Dovetail saws
Jointer planes
Mill files
Case clamps
Metal shears

Data entry software
Computer estimation software
Autodesk AutoCAD
Microsoft Windows
Computer aided design CAD software
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft Outlook
Computerized maintenance management system CMMS