Typical Tasks
Press buttons, pull levers, or depress pedals to start and operate cutting and slicing machines.
Move stock or scrap to and from machines manually, or by using carts, handtrucks, or lift trucks.
Start machines to verify setups, and make any necessary adjustments.
Monitor operation of cutting or slicing machines to detect malfunctions or to determine whether supplies need replenishment.
Remove defective or substandard materials from machines, and readjust machine components so that products meet standards.
A day in the life
What kind of work is this?
Realistic
Practical, Physical Work
Conventional
Organized, Procedural Work
Investigative
Studying, Research based work
What personality traits do you need to succeed?
Dependability
Attention to Detail
Self-Control
Adaptability/Flexibility
Cooperation
Initiative
What key skills are needed for this job?
Operations Monitoring
Operation and Control
Quality Control Analysis
Monitoring
Reading Comprehension
Critical Thinking
Expected Knowledge
Production and Processing
Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.
Mathematics
Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.
Mechanical
Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.
Common Activities
Controlling Machines and Processes
Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines or processes (not including computers or vehicles).
Handling and Moving Objects
Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials, and manipulating things.
Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings
Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment, to detect or assess problems.
