Extruding and Forming Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders (Synthetic and Glass Fibers)

Top 3 extruding machine operator Jobs

  • Slitting Operator - Nesco Resource, LLC - Columbus,OH

    Essential Functions: 1) Work safely. Identify unsafe conditions, and take action to mitigate. 2) Read and comply with written operating procedures 3) Read the production schedule and a production work order. Set-up...

  • Assistant Machine Operator - Windows Helper - Pactiv Evergreen - Columbus,OH

    Overview Why Choose Us? Novolex is a leading manufacturer of food, beverage, and specialty packaging that supports multiple industries including foodservice, restaurant delivery and carryout, food processing, grocery and retail, and...

  • Process Manager, FMA - Hub Group Trucking - Columbus,OH

    Job Description The Process Manager will provide standardized training and development for the operations department companywide. This position will be remote but will service the entire US Final Mile operations.

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What They Do

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


Salary

  • 2020 employment: 16,200
  • May 2021 median annual wage: $37,550

Job Outlook

Projected employment change, 2020-30:

  • Number of new jobs: -700
  • Growth rate: -4 percent (Decline)

How to Become One

Education and training:

  • Typical entry-level education: High school diploma or equivalent
  • Work experience in a related occupation: None
  • Typical on-the-job training: Moderate-term on-the-job training

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