How do they match: Cutting and Slicing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders

  • Position stock along cutting lines, or against stops on beds of scoring or cutting machines.
  • Position width gauge blocks between blades, and level blades and insert wedges into frames to secure blades to frames.
  • Adjust machine controls to alter position, alignment, speed, or pressure.
  • Examine, measure, and weigh materials or products to verify conformance to specifications, using measuring devices, such as rulers, micrometers, or scales.
  • Operate cranes, or signal crane operators to position or remove stone from cars or saw beds.
  • Review work orders, blueprints, specifications, or job samples to determine components, settings, and adjustments for cutting and slicing machines.
  • Select and install machine components, such as cutting blades, rollers, and templates, according to specifications, using hand tools.

  • Position raw materials on processing or production equipment.
  • Enter commands, instructions, or specifications into equipment.
  • Measure dimensions of completed products or workpieces to verify conformance to specifications.
  • Select production equipment according to product specifications.
  • Set equipment controls to meet cutting specifications.