Plastics and Rubber Production Machine Operators nec 711599

SOL | State SOL | Employer SOL| Regional

Description
This occupation group covers Plastics and Rubber Production Machine Operators not elsewhere classified.

Skill Level 4

Specialisations
Thermoforming Machine Operator

Skills Assessment Authority

Caveats  No caveats

Group: 7115 Plastics and Rubber Production Machine Operators

Description
operate machines to manufacture and finish plastic and rubber products.

Tasks
operating controls to regulate temperature, pressure, speed and flow of operation
measuring and loading materials, items and ingredients for mixing into machines and feeding mechanisms
monitoring operation, regulating material supply and adding chemicals and colorants to mixture
threading uncoated wire and cable through plastic coating machines, around take-up reels and through dies and cooling chambers
laying casings, beads, ply and rubber sheets on moulds
operating rollers to remove air
operating vulcaniser presses and controlling curing
examining output for defects and conformity to specifications
performing minor repairs and maintaining production records

Skill Level
Most occupations in this unit group have a level of skill commensurate with the qualifications and experience outlined below.
In Australia:
AQF Certificate II or III (ANZSCO Skill Level 4)

In New Zealand:
NZ Register Level 2 or 3 qualification (ANZSCO Skill Level 4)

At least one year of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualifications listed above. In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification.