Extruding, Forming, Pressing, and Compacting Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders

Course Advisor, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 24,070 - 52,840; Full time

Job summary

Course Advisor seeks an Extruding, Forming, Pressing, and Compacting Machine Setter. The role involves setting up machines for various products and requires skills in operation control and monitoring processes. Responsibilities include adjusting machine components, ensuring proper operation, and troubleshooting malfunctions. The job offers a salary range from $24,070 to $52,840 annually depending on location and experience. Applicants should be comfortable with Microsoft Office and ERP software.

Responsibilities

• Adjust machine components to regulate speeds and flows.
• Move materials between storage and work areas.
• Press control buttons to activate machinery.
• Monitor operations to detect malfunctions.
• Turn controls to adjust machine functions.
• Activate machines to shape or form products.

Skills

Operation and Control

Operation Monitoring

Monitoring

Speaking

Active Listening

Troubleshooting

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

SAP

ERP software

Job description

Overview

Extruding, Forming, Pressing, and Compacting Machine Setter, Operator, or Tender. Set up, operate, or tend machines to shape and form products, such as glassware, food, rubber, soap, brick, tile, clay, wax, tobacco, or cosmetics.

Responsibilities

• Adjust machine components to regulate speeds, pressures, temperatures, and amounts, dimensions, and flow of materials or ingredients.
• Move materials, supplies, components, and finished products between storage and work areas using racks, hoists, and handtrucks.
• Press control buttons to activate machinery and equipment.
• Monitor machine operations and observe lights and gauges to detect malfunctions.
• Turn controls to adjust machine functions, such as regulating air pressure, creating vacuums, and adjusting coolant flow.
• Activate machines to shape or form products, such as candy bars, light bulbs, balloons, or insulation panels.

Skills and Qualifications

• Operation and Control: Controlling operations of equipment or systems.
• Operation Monitoring: Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to ensure proper operation.
• Monitoring: Assessing performance and taking corrective action.
• Speaking: Conveying information effectively.
• Active Listening: Giving full attention, understanding points, and asking appropriate questions.
• Troubleshooting: Determining causes of operating errors and responding appropriately.

Other Job Titles

• Dry Press Operator
• Clay Caster
• Flaking Roll Operator
• Laminator
• Upkeep Mechanic

Job Outlook and Salary (Summary)

Salary ranges vary by location. The role is described with a range that may be $24,070 to $52,840 annually, with higher salaries in certain states.

Tools & Technologies

• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft Office
• Data entry software
• SAP
• ERP software