01
Adjust machine components to regulate speeds, pressures, and temperatures, and amounts, dimensions, and flow of materials or ingredients.
02
Press control buttons to activate machinery and equipment.
03
Examine, measure, and weigh materials or products to verify conformance to standards, using measuring devices such as templates, micrometers, or scales.
04
Monitor machine operations and observe lights and gauges to detect malfunctions.
05
Clear jams, and remove defective or substandard materials or products.
06
Notify supervisors when extruded filaments fail to meet standards.
07
Record and maintain production data, such as meter readings, and quantities, types, and dimensions of materials produced.
08
Review work orders, specifications, or instructions to determine materials, ingredients, procedures, components, settings, and adjustments for extruding, forming, pressing, or compacting machines.
09
Activate machines to shape or form products, such as candy bars, light bulbs, balloons, or insulation panels.
10
Select and install machine components, such as dies, molds, and cutters, according to specifications, using hand tools and measuring devices.