Extruding and Drawing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic

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Extruding and Drawing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic

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Summary Description


	Set up, operate, or tend machines to extrude or draw thermoplastic or metal materials into tubes, rods, hoses, wire, bars, or structural shapes.

Sample Job Titles

1.	Computer Numerical Control Operator (CNC Operator)

2.	Core Extruder

3.	Core Shaper

4.	Draw Machine Operator

5.	Drawbench Operator

6.	Equipment Technician

7.	Extruder Operator

8.	Extruding Press Adjuster

9.	Extruding Press Operator

10.	Extrusion Operator

11.	Extrusion Press Adjuster

12.	Extrusion Press Operator

13.	Floor Molder

14.	Forming Machine Operator

15.	Grid Caster

16.	Grid Maker

17.	Grid Molder

18.	Hot Mill Observer

19.	Injection Machine Operator

20.	Injection Molder

21.	Job Molder

22.	Lead Former

23.	Lead Press Operator

24.	Line Patroller

25.	Machine Operator

26.	Manufacturing Assistant

27.	Manufacturing Associate

28.	Manufacturing Engineer

29.	Manufacturing Machine Operator

30.	Manufacturing Operator

31.	Metal Drawer

32.	Metal Inspector

33.	Mold Injector

34.	Needle Bar Molder

35.	Nozzle Operator

36.	Operator

37.	Plastic Extrusion Operator

38.	Retort Press Operator

39.	Rod Drawer

40.	Rod Pointer

41.	Seamless Tube Drawer

42.	Setup Operator

43.	Spinning Bath Patroller

44.	Stretch Machine Operator

45.	Tube Drawer

46.	Wire Drawer

47.	Wire Drawing Machine Operator

48.	Wire Drawing Machine Tender

49.	Wire Drawing Setter

50.	Wire Mill Operator

51.	Wire Mill Rover

52.	Wire Puller

Job Tasks

	Measure and examine extruded products to locate defects and to check for conformance to specifications, adjusting controls as necessary to alter products. Inspect metal, plastic, or composite products. Measure dimensions of completed products or workpieces to verify conformance to specifications.

	Determine setup procedures and select machine dies and parts, according to specifications. Determine production equipment settings. Select production equipment according to product specifications.

	Start machines and set controls to regulate vacuum, air pressure, sizing rings, and temperature, and to synchronize speed of extrusion. Adjust temperature controls of ovens or other heating equipment. Operate metal or plastic forming equipment.

	Reel extruded products into rolls of specified lengths and weights. Package products for storage or shipment.

	Install dies, machine screws, and sizing rings on machines that extrude thermoplastic or metal materials. Mount attachments or tools onto production equipment.

	Change dies on extruding machines according to production line changes. Mount attachments or tools onto production equipment.

	Clean work areas. Clean work areas.

	Weigh and mix pelletized, granular, or powdered thermoplastic materials and coloring pigments. Measure ingredients or substances to be used in production processes. Mix substances to create chemical solutions.

	Test physical properties of products with testing devices such as acid-bath testers, burst testers, and impact testers. Inspect metal, plastic, or composite products.

	Load machine hoppers with mixed materials, using augers, or stuff rolls of plastic dough into machine cylinders. Load materials into production equipment.

	Troubleshoot, maintain, and make minor repairs to equipment. Diagnose equipment malfunctions. Maintain production or processing equipment. Repair production equipment or tools.

	Maintain an inventory of materials. Maintain inventories of materials, equipment, or products.

	Adjust controls to draw or press metal into specified shapes and diameters. Operate metal or plastic forming equipment.

	Replace worn dies when products vary from specifications. Replace worn equipment components.

	Select nozzles, spacers, and wire guides, according to diameters and lengths of rods. Select production equipment according to product specifications.

	Operate shearing mechanisms to cut rods to specified lengths. Operate cutting equipment.

Work Activities

Importance	Work Activity

Controlling Machines and Processes — Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines or processes (not including computers or vehicles).

Making Decisions and Solving Problems — Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.

Getting Information — Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.

Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates — Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.

Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Material — Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects.

Performing General Physical Activities — Performing physical activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling of materials.

Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings — Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment, to detect or assess problems.

Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work — Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work.

Handling and Moving Objects — Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials, and manipulating things.

Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events — Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or similarities, and detecting changes in circumstances or events.

Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards — Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with laws, regulations, or standards.

Processing Information — Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying information or data.

Documenting/Recording Information — Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in written or electronic/magnetic form.

Training and Teaching Others — Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or training programs or classes, and teaching or instructing others.

Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships — Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and maintaining them over time.

Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge — Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.

Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information — Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resources, or materials needed to perform a work activity.

Developing and Building Teams — Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team members.

Coaching and Developing Others — Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherwise helping others to improve their knowledge or skills.

Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others — Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks.

Provide Consultation and Advice to Others — Providing guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical, systems-, or process-related topics.

Analyzing Data or Information — Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by breaking down information or data into separate parts.

Interacting With Computers — Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to program, write software, set up functions, enter data, or process information.

Judging the Qualities of Things, Services, or People — Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.

Thinking Creatively — Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, systems, or products, including artistic contributions.

Performing Administrative Activities — Performing day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files and processing paperwork.

Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates — Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance standards and monitoring performance.

Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment — Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, such as forklifts, passenger vehicles, aircraft, or water craft.

Scheduling Work and Activities — Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others.

Developing Objectives and Strategies — Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to achieve them.

Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment — Servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, and equipment that operate primarily on the basis of mechanical (not electronic) principles.

Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others — Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, or otherwise negotiating with others.

Assisting and Caring for Others — Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other personal care to others such as coworkers, customers, or patients.

Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others — Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used.

Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment — Providing documentation, detailed instructions, drawings, or specifications to tell others about how devices, parts, equipment, or structures are to be fabricated, constructed, assembled, modified, maintained, or used.

Nature of the Work


	(Abstract from Career Articles)

	Metal and Plastic Machine Workers
	Metal and plastic machine workers set up and operate machines that cut, shape, and form metal and plastic materials or pieces.

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Working Conditions


	(Abstract from Career Articles)

	Metal and Plastic Machine Workers
	Metal and plastic machine workers are employed mainly in factories. Workers must adhere to safety standards to protect themselves from workplace hazards. Most work full time, and some work evenings and weekends.

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