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

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

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

Key Competencies * Self Control * Attention to Detail * Integrity * Dependability * Cooperation * Persistence * Stress Tolerance * Initiative * Achievement/Effort * Concern for Others

Representative Tasks * Set up, operate, or tend machines that extrude and form filaments from synthetic materials such as rayon, fiberglass, or liquid polymers. * Observe machine operations, control boards, and gauges to detect malfunctions such as clogged bushings and defective binder applicators. * Observe flow of finish across finish rollers, and turn valves to adjust flow to specifications.

Industry

Manufacturing, Professional Scientific & Technical Services, Government,

Job Family Production

Sample Job Titles Beamer Operator, Beaming Machine Operator, Blown Film Extrusion Operator, Box Spinner, Drawbench Operator, Extruder, Extruder Operator, Extrusion Line Operator, Extrusion Operator, Extrusion Process Operator, Extrusion Technician, Fiber Machine Tender, Fiberglass Dowel Drawing Operator, Granulator, Hot End Operator, Manufacturing Operator, Pelletizer Operator, Pot Tipper, Spindraw Operator, Spinner, Spinning Bath Patroller, Spinning Bath Person, Stretch Operator, Surface Mount Technology Operator, Synthetic Filament Extruder, Synthetic Filament Spinner, Synthetic Staple Extruder, Test Skein Winder.