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Tasks & work activities — fibre machine tender

Source: O*NET 30.3, occupation 51-6091.00 (Extruding and Forming Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Synthetic and Glass Fibers).

Task statements

• [Core] Set up, operate, or tend machines that extrude and form filaments from synthetic materials such as rayon, fiberglass, or liquid polymers.
• [Core] Load materials into extruding and forming machines, using hand tools, and adjust feed mechanisms to set feed rates.
• [Core] Move controls to activate and adjust extruding and forming machines.
• [Core] Record details of machine malfunctions.
• [Core] Notify other workers of defects, and direct them to adjust extruding and forming machines.
• [Core] Press buttons to stop machines when processes are complete or when malfunctions are detected.
• [Core] Observe machine operations, control boards, and gauges to detect malfunctions such as clogged bushings and defective binder applicators.
• [Core] Clean and maintain extruding and forming machines, using hand tools.
• [Supplemental] Remove excess, entangled, or completed filaments from machines, using hand tools.
• [Supplemental] Start metering pumps and observe operation of machines and equipment to ensure continuous flow of filaments extruded through spinnerettes and to detect processing defects.
• [Supplemental] Observe flow of finish across finish rollers, and turn valves to adjust flow to specifications.
• [Supplemental] Open cabinet doors to cut multifilament threadlines away from guides, using scissors.
• [Supplemental] Press metering-pump buttons and turn valves to stop flow of polymers.
• [Supplemental] Remove polymer deposits from spinnerettes and equipment, using silicone spray, brass chisels, and bronze-wool pads.
• [Supplemental] Record operational data on tags, and attach tags to machines.
• [Supplemental] Lower pans inside cabinets to catch molten filaments until flow of polymer through packs has stopped.
• [Supplemental] Wipe finish rollers with cloths and wash finish trays with water when necessary.

Detailed work activities

• Adjust equipment controls to regulate flow of production materials or products.
• Clean production equipment.
• Cut industrial materials in preparation for fabrication or processing.
• Load materials into production equipment.
• Maintain production or processing equipment.
• Mark products, workpieces, or equipment with identifying information.
• Monitor equipment operation to ensure proper functioning.
• Notify others of equipment repair or maintenance needs.
• Operate metal or plastic forming equipment.
• Operate pumping systems or equipment.
• Position containers to receive materials or workpieces.
• Record operational or production data.
• Signal others to coordinate work activities.
• Watch operating equipment to detect malfunctions.