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Definition: Plastics process operatives
*SOC Code (Standard Occupational Classification): 8114
Plastics process operatives attend and operate moulding, extruding, thermoforming, calendering, covering, cutting and other process equipment to make and repair plastic products.
Common tasks include:
- prepares machine for operation by affixing any necessary attachments
- weighs and mixes ingredients, loads machine with plastic to be worked or regulates flow from feed conveyor or hopper
- monitors controls regulating temperature, pressure, etc. and operates moulding, extruding, calendering, thermoforming and covering machines
- inspects plastic products for defects, takes measurements and repairs plastic belting and sheathing
- trims, cuts and performs other finishing operations on plastic using hand and machine tools
- makes artificial eyes and contact lens discs, and makes and repairs spectacle frames and plastic parts of artificial limbs and other orthopaedic appliances
Qualifications
There are no formal academic entry requirements. Training is typically provided on-the-job, supplemented by specialised courses. NVQs/SVQs in Performing Manufacturing Operations at Levels 1 and 2 and apprenticeships are available.
*Introduced in 1990, SOC is a multi-purpose common classification of occupations in UK. Jobs are defined in terms of skill level and skill content, including qualifications, training and work experience.
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Alternative & related job titles: Plastics process operatives
Extrusion operator (plastics mfr) Fabricator (plastics mfr) Injection moulder Laminator (fibreglass) Process worker (plastic goods mfr)
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