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

Top 3 extruding machine operator Jobs

  • Machine Operator - Altium Packaging - Columbus,OH

    Altium Packaging - 1917 Joyce Avenue - Responsibilities: Operate blow-mold/PET/injection molding machines to ensure production of quality bottles; Perform bottle inspections, such as drop tests and quality checks; Troubleshoot and perform...

  • Machine Operator - Luxor Staffing - Columbus,OH

    2756 S Hamilton Rd - [Equipment Operator] - Weekly Pay (Direct Deposit/Onsite Check Delivery) / ACA Compliant Healthcare Benefits (Dental + Vision Coverage) / Employee Bonus Options - As a Machine Operator, you will: Monitor and maintain...

  • Machine Operator - PeopleReady - Columbus,OH

    PeopleReady - PR-1489368 [Production Operator / Machinist] As a Machine Operator at PeopleReady, you'll: Operate machines to produce goods efficiently; Monitor machine operations and adjust settings as needed; Inspect products for quality and...

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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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