How do they match: Extruding and Forming Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Synthetic and Glass Fibers

  • Extruding and Forming Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Synthetic and Glass Fibers

  • Beamer Operator
  • Beaming Machine Operator
  • Blown Film Extrusion Operator
  • Drawbench Operator
  • Extruder Operator
  • Extrusion Operator
  • Extrusion Line Operator
  • Extrusion Machine Operator
  • Extrusion Process Operator
  • Fiber Machine Tender
  • Fiberglass Dowel Drawing Operator
  • Floor Operations Manager
  • Hot End Operator
  • Machine Operator
  • Oven Operator
  • Pelletizer Operator
  • Process Operator
  • SMT Operator
  • Spindraw Operator
  • Stretch Operator
  • Surface Mount Technology Operator

  • Set up, operate, or tend machines that extrude and form continuous filaments from synthetic materials, such as liquid polymer, rayon, and fiberglass.

  • Open cabinet doors to cut multifilament threadlines away from guides, using scissors.
  • Observe machine operations, control boards, and gauges to detect malfunctions such as clogged bushings and defective binder applicators.
  • Pass sliver strands through openings in floors to workers on floors below who wind slivers onto tubes.
  • Press metering-pump buttons and turn valves to stop flow of polymers.
  • Record operational data on tags, and attach tags to machines.
  • Remove polymer deposits from spinnerettes and equipment, using silicone spray, brass chisels, and bronze-wool pads.
  • Set up, operate, or tend machines that extrude and form filaments from synthetic materials such as rayon, fiberglass, or liquid polymers.
  • Start metering pumps and observe operation of machines and equipment to ensure continuous flow of filaments extruded through spinnerettes and to detect processing defects.
  • Wipe finish rollers with cloths and wash finish trays with water when necessary.

  • Operate metal or plastic forming equipment.
  • Operate pumping systems or equipment.
  • Adjust equipment controls to regulate flow of production materials or products.
  • Adjust equipment controls to regulate flow of water, cleaning solutions, or other liquids.
  • Adjust temperature controls of ovens or other heating equipment.
  • Clean production equipment.
  • Load materials into production equipment.
  • Maintain production or processing equipment.
  • Mark products, workpieces, or equipment with identifying information.
  • Monitor equipment operation to ensure proper functioning.
  • Move products, materials, or equipment between work areas.
  • Notify others of equipment repair or maintenance needs.
  • Record operational or production data.
  • Remove products or workpieces from production equipment.
  • Watch operating equipment to detect malfunctions.