Mixing and Blending Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders
Set up, operate, or tend machines to mix or blend materials, such as chemicals, tobacco, liquids, color pigments, or explosive ingredients.
At a Glance
Mixing and Blending Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders earns a median of $47,680/yr with -6.8% projected growth. Typical entry: High school diploma or equivalent. Top skills: Microsoft Excel, SAP software, Microsoft Word.
$47,680/yr
-6.8%
9
High school diploma or equivalent
Skills & Requirements
Skills (2)
Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly.
Knowledge (1)
Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.
Abilities (3)
The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your two hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble objects.
The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while holding your arm and hand in one position.
Technology (6)
Work Activities (15)
Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.
Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines or processes (not including computers or vehicles).
Performing general physical activities includes doing activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling materials.
Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment, to detect or assess problems.
Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials, and manipulating things.
Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.
Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, such as forklifts, passenger vehicles, aircraft, or watercraft.
Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in written or electronic/magnetic form.
Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or training programs or classes, and teaching or instructing others.
Servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, and equipment that operate primarily on the basis of mechanical (not electronic) principles.
Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects.
Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or similarities, and detecting changes in circumstances or events.
Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work.
Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.
Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with laws, regulations, or standards.
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