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Machine Feeders and Offbearers

SOC 53-7063.00

Feed materials into or remove materials from machines or equipment that is automatic or tended by other workers.

Zone 2 Transportation and Material Moving

Skills

Knowledge

Job Zone

Green

Top Skills 8

Operation Monitoring

3.4

Monitoring

3.0

Reading Comprehension

2.8

Active Listening

2.8

Speaking

2.8

Troubleshooting

2.8

Quality Control Analysis

2.8

Operation and Control

2.6

Knowledge Areas 8

Production and Processing

3.4

Mechanical

3.1

Mathematics

3.0

English Language

2.9

Public Safety and Security

2.7

Education and Training

2.7

Clerical

2.6

Administration and Management

2.5

Key Tasks

1Inspect materials and products for defects, and to ensure conformance to specifications.

2Record production and operational data, such as amount of materials processed.

3Push dual control buttons and move controls to start, stop, or adjust machinery and equipment.

4Weigh or measure materials or products to ensure conformance to specifications.

5Identify and mark materials, products, and samples, following instructions.

Also Known As

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