Typical Tasks
Clean and maintain machinery, equipment, and work areas to ensure proper functioning and safe working conditions.
Record production and operational data, such as amount of materials processed.
Inspect materials and products for defects, and to ensure conformance to specifications.
Push dual control buttons and move controls to start, stop, or adjust machinery and equipment.
Weigh or measure materials or products to ensure conformance to specifications.
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
Cooperation
Concern for Others
Independence
Integrity
What key skills are needed for this job?
Operations Monitoring
Monitoring
Reading Comprehension
Active Listening
Speaking
Troubleshooting
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.
Mechanical
Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.
Mathematics
Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.
Common Activities
Handling and Moving Objects
Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials, and manipulating things.
Controlling Machines and Processes
Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines or processes (not including computers or vehicles).
Getting Information
Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.
