Cementing and Gluing Machine Operators and Tenders

Description

Operate or tend cementing and gluing machines to join items for further processing or to form a completed product. Processes include joining veneer sheets into plywood; gluing paper; joining rubber and rubberized fabric parts, plastic, simulated leather, or other materials. Exclude "Shoe Machine Operators and Tenders" (51-6042).

Category

Miscellaneous Production

SOC Code

51-9191

Synonyms

Adhesive applicators; Adhesive workers; Glue workers; Gluing workers; Bonders; Cementers; Adhesive joiners

Job Tasks

High risk job tasks associated with this job:

• Handle agents that cause allergic contact dermatitis or contact urticaria
• Repeatedly inhale bioaerosols containing mold (asthmogenic)
• Use benzene to manufacture products
• Use epoxy, isocyanate, or formaldehyde-resin adhesives, finishes, or sealants
• Use n-hexane as a solvent in glues, inks, coatings, or degreasers
• Work with glue solvents