MyMajors Career Profile

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.

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

Speaking

Reading Comprehension

Quality Control Analysis

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.

Education & Preparation

Some occupations may require additional education, advanced degrees, and years of experience in the field.

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Some Preparation Needed

Education

These occupations usually require a high school diploma.

Experience

Some previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is usually needed.

Training

Employees in these occupations need anywhere from a few months to one year of working with experienced employees. A recognized apprenticeship program may be associated with these occupations.

Typical Education Required

Education a new hire may need

High school diploma 73%
Less than high school 21%
Post-secondary certificate 4%
Associate's degree 2%

Source: O*NET Education, Training & Experience data

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Machine Feeders and Offbearers

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