How do they match: Extruding, Forming, Pressing, and Compacting Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders

  • Ignite burners to preheat products, or use torches to apply heat.
  • Measure arbors and dies to verify sizes specified on work tickets.
  • Pour, scoop, or dump specified ingredients, metal assemblies, or mixtures into sections of machine prior to starting machines.
  • Review work orders, specifications, or instructions to determine materials, ingredients, procedures, components, settings, and adjustments for extruding, forming, pressing, or compacting machines.
  • Select and install machine components, such as dies, molds, and cutters, according to specifications, using hand tools and measuring devices.

  • Apply parting agents or other solutions to molds.
  • Measure dimensions of completed products or workpieces to verify conformance to specifications.
  • Read work orders or other instructions to determine product specifications or materials requirements.
  • Select production equipment according to product specifications.