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Resume skills guide · SOC 51-4192

Skills for Layout Workers, Metal and Plastic

The skills, knowledge, and tools that matter most for layout workers, metal and plastic, ranked by O*NET importance — so you know what to lead with on your resume.

What to lead with

Refit analysis ·O*NET rates Mathematics, Reading Comprehension, Critical Thinking as the highest-importance skills here — so a resume aimed at this role should lead with evidence of those, not a generic skills list.

Top skills (ranked by importance)

O*NET importance score in parentheses (1–5).

  • 1.Mathematics3.12
  • 2.Reading Comprehension3
  • 3.Critical Thinking3
  • 4.Monitoring3
  • 5.Active Listening2.88
  • 6.Speaking2.88
  • 7.Active Learning2.75
  • 8.Writing2.5
  • 9.Learning Strategies2.12
  • 10.Science1.25

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Knowledge areas

  • Mathematics
  • Design
  • Mechanical
  • Production and Processing
  • Engineering and Technology
  • English Language
  • Building and Construction
  • Administration and Management

Core work activities

  • Getting Information
  • Handling and Moving Objects
  • Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials
  • Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates
  • Controlling Machines and Processes
  • Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events
  • Performing General Physical Activities
  • Making Decisions and Solving Problems
  • Processing Information
  • Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment

In-demand tools & technology

  • Autodesk AutoCAD
  • Hexagon Metrology PC-DMIS
  • Inventory tracking software
  • Optical Gaging Products Measure-X
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft Office software
  • Microsoft PowerPoint
  • Microsoft Word