Extruding and Forming Machine Operators, Synthetic & Glass Fibers

Description

Set up, operate, or tend machines that extrude and form continuous filaments from synthetic materials, such as liquid polymer, rayon, and fiberglass.

Category

Textile, Apparel & Furnishings

SOC Code

51-6091

Job Tasks

High risk job tasks associated with this job:

• Cut and dry rayon filaments
• Generate plastic dusts or powders (Plexiglas or polyvinyl chloride)
• Heat plastics--polyvinyl chloride, polyethylene, or polypropylene