| BENDER, MACHINE alternate titles: bending-machine operator |
CODE: 641.685-010
Tends machine that folds blanks along scored lines to form boxes: Adjusts machine guides and folders for specified size box. Feeds scored and cornered box blanks into machine that folds them.
GOE: 06.04.04 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M2 L1 SVP: 3 DLU: 77 |
| BLANKET-WINDER HELPER |
CODE: 641.686-010
Assists BLANKET-WINDER OPERATOR (paper goods) to operate machine to glue together continuous sheets of paper to form sheet of specified width: Slides rolls of paper on unwind shaft and mounts shaft on feed end of machine, using hoist. Slides empty core on rewind shaft and positions shaft on rewind roller, using hoist. Assists operator to thread paper through machine. Fills glue tanks with glue. Removes completed roll from machine, using hoist. Performs other duties as described under HELPER (any industry) Master Title.
GOE: 06.04.04 STRENGTH: M GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77 |
| BLANKET-WINDER OPERATOR |
CODE: 641.682-010
Sets up and operates machine to glue together continuous sheets of paper to form sheet of specified width: Positions feed guides, feed rollers, and glue pickup rollers on machine shafts according to job order and turns setscrews to secure guides and rollers in place, using handtools. Slides rolls of paper on unwind shaft and mounts shaft on feed end of machine, using hoist. Fills glue tanks with glue. Threads paper between feed guides, over tension bar, over glue pickup roller, and onto rewind roller. Slides empty core on rewind shaft and positions shaft on rewind roller, using hoist. Turns setscrews to lower or raise guide that presses paper against glue pickup roller to control quantity of glue transferred to paper. Starts machine and adjusts controls to regulate machine feed, glue application, tension of paper, and tension of rewind roller. Inspects paper and rolls for uneven glue application, uneven winding, and other machine malfunctions and verifies width of processed paper, using rule. Removes completed roll from machine, using hoist.
GOE: 06.02.04 STRENGTH: M GED: R3 M2 L2 SVP: 4 DLU: 77 |
| BOARD-LINER OPERATOR |
CODE: 641.685-014
Tends machine that glues paper lining onto wooden boards for use in manufacture of lined boxes, such as certain types of cigar boxes: Clamps roll of paper on reel of lining machine and threads paper through guide rollers and glue applicator. Adjusts pressure rollers to accommodate thickness of board to be lined. Starts machine and lays board on conveyor belt to feed mechanism that rolls and presses glued liner paper onto board, cuts off paper at end of board, and drops lined board in stacking bin.
GOE: 06.04.20 STRENGTH: M GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 3 DLU: 77 |
| BOX BENDER |
CODE: 641.687-010
Folds cardboard box blanks along scored lines preparatory to corner staying process. Stacks folded blanks on worktable.
GOE: 06.04.26 STRENGTH: M GED: R1 M1 L1 SVP: 1 DLU: 77 |
| BOX-LINING-MACHINE FEEDER |
CODE: 641.685-018
Tends machine that automatically glues linings to interior of boxes: Mixes glue and water in electrically heated tray of automatic gluing mechanism. Starts machine and conveyor that automatically feeds box to machine. Centers glued lining over opening in metal plate and depresses pedal to lower lining ram through opening to force lining into box.
GOE: 06.04.20 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77 |
| BOX-SEALING INSPECTOR |
CODE: 641.687-014
Inspects band of adhesive on self-sealing box blank flaps to detect irregular width and faulty application: Removes box blanks from discharge end of box-sealing machine. Examines flaps to determine width of adhesive band and feels band to determine thickness of adhesive application. Tests strength of adhesive by sealing sample box blank flaps together and pulling them apart to determine force required to break seal. Notifies BOX-SEALING-MACHINE OPERATOR (paper goods) to stop machine when jamming occurs or to adjust machine controls to correct faulty adhesive application. Counts and stacks inspected blanks on conveyor and pushes stacks down conveyor for bundling.
GOE: 06.03.02 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77 |
| BOX-SEALING-MACHINE OPERATOR |
CODE: 641.662-010
Sets up and operates machine to spray and dry adhesive onto box blank flaps to make self-sealing boxes: Positions and secures micro-switches in spray chamber to regulate duration of spraying action, according to size of box, using wrench. Adjusts spray unit controls to regulate mixture, intensity, and spread of adhesive on box flaps. Turns crank to position top and side feed guides to hold box blanks in position during spraying and drying process. Opens petcock to start flow of adhesive to spray unit and flips switch to activate conveyor and dryer. Feeds box blanks into machine and observes machine operation to detect malfunction. Adjusts machine controls to correct defective spraying or drying of adhesive.
GOE: 06.02.04 STRENGTH: H GED: R3 M2 L2 SVP: 4 DLU: 77 |
| CARTON-FORMING-MACHINE HELPER |
CODE: 641.686-014
Assists CARTON-FORMING-MACHINE OPERATOR (any industry) to shape, form, and glue flat blanks or continuous roll of cardboard or paperboard into finished cartons: Removes and stacks completed cartons from discharge end of machine. Counts number of completed cartons and compares with production order to verify completion of order. Performs other duties as described under HELPER (any industry) Master Title.
GOE: 06.04.04 STRENGTH: M GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77 |
| CARTON-FORMING-MACHINE OPERATOR |
CODE: 641.685-022
Tends machine that forms and glues flat blanks or continuous roll of paperboard into finished cartons for packing merchandise: Adjusts forming bars to accommodate size of box to be shaped, using handtools. Fills glue pots with adhesive and positions rollers to dispense glue onto paperboard. Loads feeding magazine with blanks, or mounts roll of paper on machine standard and threads paper to feeding mechanism and starts machine. Observes machine operation to detect malfunction. May load machine with roll of waxed, parchment, or other paper used to line cartons. May mount roll of metal strip to form cutting edge on cartons. May stamp data with handstamp or attach automatic stamping device.
GOE: 06.04.04 STRENGTH: M GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 81 |
| CARTON-FORMING-MACHINE TENDER |
CODE: 641.685-026
Tends one or more machines that automatically cut, glue, and form cartons or caddies from pasteboard rolls for kitchen, penny, and book matches: Rolls pasteboard to machine, positions on letoff rack, and threads end of pasteboard strip into machine. Starts and observes machine operation and corrects malfunctions, such as improper forming, glue flow, or pasteboard tension, using handtools. Observes finished cartons as they drop from forming machine into rotating hopper, then into gravity feed chute, to prevent jamming. May lift tote box of finished cartons and dump cartons into feed hopper.
GOE: 06.04.04 STRENGTH: H GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77 |
| CHIP-APPLYING-MACHINE TENDER alternate titles: chip |
CODE: 641.685-030
Applier; mounting-machine operator Tends machine that cements color samples of coated cut paper (chips) to color card display sheets or folders: Loads specified size, type, and color of chips into feeder racks on machine according to written specifications or sample color card. Fills reservoir with liquid adhesive and stacks printed color card blanks on roller feed of machine. Starts machine and observes cementing of chips on blanks to form color card display sheets or folders. Notifies supervisor of malfunctions, such as poor alignment of chips, jammed paper, or mechanical failures.
GOE: 06.04.04 STRENGTH: M GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 3 DLU: 77 |
| CORRUGATOR OPERATOR alternate titles: corrugated-combining-machine |
CODE: 641.562-010
Operator Sets up and operates machine to corrugate and face paperboard to form corrugated paperboard material for containers: Positions rolls of paperboard on machine feedrack, using hydraulic hoist. Threads paperboard through feed, tension, corrugating, and gluing rollers, and fills glue reservoirs. Starts machine and turns dials, wheels, and valves to adjust machine running speed, tension on pressure rolls, temperature of drying belt, and to synchronize speed of feed rolls. Records production data from yardage indicator. May operate machine that corrugates and combines three sheets and be designated Double-Facing-Corrugating-Machine Operator (paper goods); or two sheets and be designated Single-Facing-Corrugating-Machine Operator (paper goods). May operate machine to line paperboard with paper only and be designated Board-Lining-Machine Operator (paper goods).
GOE: 06.02.04 STRENGTH: M GED: R3 M2 L2 SVP: 5 DLU: 77 |
| CORRUGATOR-OPERATOR HELPER |
CODE: 641.686-018
Assists CORRUGATOR OPERATOR (paper goods) by performing any combination of following tasks: Inserts spindle through core of roll and adjusts collars to center roll on spindle. Attaches electric hoist hooks to spindle, hoists roll onto machine feedrack, and turns wingnuts to fasten clamps over ends of spindle. Splices end of new roll to end of spent roll, using tape. Mixes starch powder with water to form adhesive, according to formula, and fills glue reservoirs. Performs other tasks as described under HELPER (any industry) Master Title.
GOE: 06.04.26 STRENGTH: H GED: R2 M2 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77 |
| COVER STRIPPER alternate titles: box-covering-machine operator |
CODE: 641.685-034
Stripping-machine operator; wrapping-machine operator Tends machine that glues and winds strips of paper around paperboard boxes to form decorative and protective covering: Pours specified amounts of glue and water into glue reservoir. Positions roll of paper on holder and threads end of paper through guides and gluing rollers of machine. Places box on form attached to machine spindle and aligns and presses end of glued paper to side of box. Presses pedal to rotate box to wind paper around box and automatically cut paper after one revolution. Smooths paper on sides of box as it is wound to prevent wrinkling. May turn under excess paper at top and bottom of box.
GOE: 06.04.04 STRENGTH: M GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77 |
| DOMER |
CODE: 641.685-038
Tends machine that shapes box tops: Sets box top on machine table (anvil) and presses pedal that lowers die onto box top to shape it. May adjust machine and change shaping parts (dies) to accommodate different styles of boxes.
GOE: 06.04.04 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77 |
| ENDING-MACHINE OPERATOR |
CODE: 641.685-042
Tends machine that glues ends on cardboard boxes or containers: Adjusts box form on machine and stacks ends in machine feedrack. Fills glue reservoir and starts machine. Bends scored blank around box form and presses pedal to position and glue end or ends on box. Stacks boxes on table for wrapping. May be designated according to machine operated as Double-Ending-Machine Operator (paper goods); Single-Ending-Machine Operator (paper goods).
GOE: 06.04.04 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 3 DLU: 77 |
| ENVELOPE-FOLDING-MACHINE ADJUSTER |
CODE: 641.380-010
Sets up, adjusts, and maintains battery of automatic machines that make envelopes from die-cut blanks or rolls of paper: Installs gears, plungers, and rollers onto machine and turns setscrews to adjust feeding, folding, gumming, sealing, and glassine applying mechanisms according to type and size of envelopes being made, using handtools. Operates machine for trial run and measures dimensions of first piece with rule to ensure conformance to specifications. Observes operation of machines to detect malfunction. Disassembles machines to repair or replace broken or worn parts, using handtools or power tools.
GOE: 06.01.02 STRENGTH: M GED: R3 M2 L2 SVP: 7 DLU: 79 |
| EXTENSION EDGER (paper goods) alternate titles: flanging-machine operator; french-edge |
CODE: 641.685-046
Operator Tends machine that glues oversized piece of cardboard (extension piece) to box top or bottom to form decorative protecting edge or flange around box: Loads cardboard pieces into machine feed hopper, fills glue reservoir, and starts machine. Positions formed box on block and presses pedal to activate machine that glues piece onto box. Removes box from machine and stacks on pallet for wrapping.
GOE: 06.04.04 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77 |
| FOLDING-MACHINE FEEDER |
CODE: 641.685-050
Tends machine that folds paper goods, such as booklets, pamphlets, notebooks, paper sheets, and manila folders: Turns handwheel to adjust folding slot opening and adjusts backstop according to sample, using rule and wrench. Starts machine and moves lever to engage clutch that activates folding blade and discharge conveyor rolls. Feeds items against backstop of machine, synchronizing feeding with action of folding blade. Removes folded items from discharge table and stacks them on pallets. May rub folded edge with wooden block to crease it. May handfold multiple sheets of paper that exceed machine capacity.
GOE: 06.04.04 STRENGTH: M GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77 |
| FOUR-CORNER-STAYER-MACHINE OPERATOR (paper goods) alternate titles: quad stayer |
CODE: 641.685-054
Staying-machine operator Tends machine that folds and tapes corners of cardboard box blanks to form containers: Bolts box form to machine ram, using wrench, and adjusts walls of well to correspond to size of box form. Places reels of tape on machine feedrack and threads tape through feed and moisture rolls. Starts machine and loads scored box blanks into automatic feedrack. Examines boxes to detect defects as they are ejected from machine and stacks boxes on pallets or in bins. May tend wrapping machine that glues wrappers onto boxes [WRAPPING-MACHINE OPERATOR (paper goods)].
GOE: 06.04.04 STRENGTH: M GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77 |
| GLUING-MACHINE OPERATOR, AUTOMATIC |
CODE: 641.682-014
Sets up and operates machine that automatically glues together specified number of paper sheets, with each sheet protruding equal distance beyond next one, for use as business forms: Moves guides, suction mechanisms, cams, gears, and glue pins to regulate machine according to width and number of sheets glued, and number of places glue is deposited. Loads feeding mechanism with paper sheets, starts machine, and observes spacing and feeding of sheets to ensure that finished assembly meets specifications. Stops machine and removes paper when jams occur.
GOE: 06.02.20 STRENGTH: L GED: R3 M2 L2 SVP: 4 DLU: 77 |
| LINER-MACHINE OPERATOR |
CODE: 641.685-058
Tends machine that glues paper over cardboard container blanks and cuts covered blanks to specified length: Spaces feed and gluing rollers according to dimensions of blanks to be covered and adjusts position of end shears that cut covered blanks to specified length, using handtools. Pours glue into machine reservoir, moves lever to increase or decrease temperature of gluing rollers and threads paper from roll through guide and gluing rollers. Starts machine and feeds cardboard blanks into machine that glues paper over blanks and cuts them to specified length. May mix glue solutions.
GOE: 06.04.04 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 3 DLU: 77 |
| LINER-MACHINE-OPERATOR HELPER |
CODE: 641.686-022
Assists LINER-MACHINE OPERATOR (paper goods) in gluing paper over cardboard container blanks: Slides steel shaft through roll of liner paper and secures it in shaft supports of liner machine. Threads liner paper through guide rollers and into feeding mechanism of machine. Keeps adequate supply of cardboard sheets on feeding table and removes lined cardboard sheets from machine. Fills glue reservoir of liner machine with glue. Cleans glue roller and glue pan with solvent solution. May assist in adjusting machine. Performs other duties as described under HELPER (any industry) Master Title.
GOE: 06.04.04 STRENGTH: M GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77 |
| PAPER-BAG-PRESS OPERATOR |
CODE: 641.686-026
Feeds paper bags into rolls of pressing machine to complete sealing of prepasted seams and bottom folds.
GOE: 06.04.04 STRENGTH: L GED: R1 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77 |
| PAPER-CONE-MACHINE TENDER alternate titles: body-rolling-machine tender |
CODE: 641.685-062
Tends machine that automatically forms paper cones from precut blanks: Loads blanks into feed hopper of machine and fills glue reservoir. Starts machine that forms blanks into cones and glues seams. Inspects paper cones for obvious defects as they are discharged from machine and discards defective cones.
GOE: 06.04.04 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77 |
| PATCH-MACHINE OPERATOR alternate titles: window-machine operator |
CODE: 641.685-066
Tends machine that glues transparent cellophane or acetate paper over precut windows in envelope or paperboard carton blanks: Replenishes glue reservoir and fills feed chute with precut transparent strips. Loads blanks in automatic feedrack and starts machine, or feeds blanks singly into machine. Removes jammed blanks from rollers, and inspects envelopes or cartons to detect defects in cutting and gluing. May tend machine equipped with roll of transparent material that cuts material into strips before gluing them to envelope or carton blanks.
GOE: 06.04.04 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77 |
| SCORER |
CODE: 641.685-070
Tends machine that scores cardboard blanks along lines where they are to be folded or cut to form boxes or containers: Positions scoring disks on shaft, according to work order specifications, turns setscrew to secure them in place, and turns wheel to adjust pressure on disks, using handtools. Starts machine and loads blanks into hopper or pushes blanks into scoring roll by hand. Removes scored blanks and stacks them on pallets. May score blanks one direction and be designated Scorer, Single (paper goods); or score blanks two directions and be designated Scorer, Double (paper goods).
GOE: 06.04.04 STRENGTH: M GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77 |
| SCORER HELPER alternate titles: scoring-machine-operator helper |
CODE: 641.686-030
Feeds sheets of cardboard or paperboard into guide of scoring machine that scores (creases) sheets used to form box blanks. Removes scored blanks from discharge end of machine and stacks them on pallets. May adjust scoring knives, feed guides, and rollers under specific instructions from SCORER (paper goods). May measure scored blanks for conformity to specifications, using measuring tape.
GOE: 06.04.04 STRENGTH: M GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77 |
| SEALING-MACHINE OPERATOR |
CODE: 641.685-074
Tends machine that applies sealing glue, such as dextrin or latex, to envelope flaps and dries them by passing envelopes under heat element: Fills glue reservoir, starts and regulates burners in drying unit, and loads automatic feedrack with envelopes. Observes machine operation and examines envelopes to detect malfunctioning in feeding, gluing, or drying process. Adjusts rollers to regulate glue flow, and turns rheostat to synchronize rate of envelope feed with glue applicator. Removes jammed material from rollers.
GOE: 06.04.21 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77 |
| SLEEVER |
CODE: 641.686-034
Reinforces paper bag openings (valves), performing any of following tasks: Feeds paper sheets into machine that creases paper along one side and deposits glue along creased edge. Opens valved corner with one hand, grasps sleeve with other, and inserts sleeve into valve. Presses bag by hand to refold valve.
GOE: 06.04.04 STRENGTH: L GED: R1 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77 |
| SLIDE-MACHINE TENDER |
CODE: 641.685-078
Tends machine that folds and glues paperboard sheets to form match slides, and applies friction paint (striking material): Fills glue and friction paint reservoirs, using dipper. Loads stack of paperboard sheets into feed mechanism and starts machine. Observes completed slides as they pass on conveyor to detect defective folding, gluing, and friction paint application. Adjusts rollers that apply friction paint and glue, using handtools.
GOE: 06.04.04 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77 |
| SPOOL MAKER |
CODE: 641.685-082
Tends machine that presses glued cardboard tubes and disks to form gift wrap ribbon spools: Places cardboard disk endpieces into slots on sides of machine vise. Dips ends of cardboard tube in glue and places tube between disks in vise. Depresses pedal to press disks and tube together to form spool.
GOE: 06.04.04 STRENGTH: L GED: R1 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77 |
| STRING-TOP SEALER |
CODE: 641.685-086
Tends machine that seals string in top of plastic produce bags: Places bag on machine mandrel and positions string on bag with ends under holding clip. Depresses pedal that folds and seals hem around string at top of bag. Removes bag from mandrel and places it in carton. May examine hem for defective sealing.
GOE: 06.04.02 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77 |
| STRIPPING-MACHINE OPERATOR alternate titles: binder operator |
CODE: 641.685-090
Tends machine that glues fabric strip over back edge of unbound paper products, such as legal tablets, notebooks, and ledger paper: Turns handwheel to adjust machine-head pressure plate to thickness of item being processed. Places roll of gummed tape on reel and threads end through feed guide and rolls. Turns screws to adjust tension springs that bring pressure on tape to facilitate sticking, using wrench and screwdriver. Starts machine and feeds items into machine feed conveyors. Stacks completed product on skids.
GOE: 06.04.04 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77 |
| TUBE-MACHINE OPERATOR alternate titles: tube maker; tube-making-machine |
CODE: 641.662-014
Operator Operates machine to automatically form paper into tubing for making bags: Threads paper from parent roll through rollers and guides and tapes end to previous roll. Adjusts guides, folding devices, and cutting blade according to size and thickness of bag to be made, using handtools. Turns valve to regulate flow of glue. Starts machine and observes operation to ensure uniform folding, gluing, cutting, or rewinding of tubing. Adjusts machine to correct malfunctions.
GOE: 06.02.04 STRENGTH: M GED: R3 M2 L2 SVP: 5 DLU: 77 |
| TUBE-MACHINE-OPERATOR HELPER alternate titles: tuber helper |
CODE: 641.686-038
Assists TUBE-MACHINE OPERATOR (paper goods) to operate machine that forms paper into tubing for making bags: Inserts shaft into core of parent paper roll, and centers it with steel collars to secure roll, using handtools. Lifts and mounts roll on machine, using electric hoist. Splices end of new roll to previous roll with tape. Assists operator to thread paper through machine and make adjustments to guides, folding devices, and cutter blade. Replenishes glue reservoirs and cleans glue pumps. Counts tubes at start of operation to confirm tally of automatic counter. Performs other duties as described under HELPER (any industry) Master Title.
GOE: 06.04.04 STRENGTH: M GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77 |
| VALVING-MACHINE OPERATOR |
CODE: 641.685-094
Tends machine that forms opening (valve) in paper bags through which loose materials, such as cement, sugar, lime, fertilizers, and sand are poured into bag: Positions unsewed paper bag on machine bed between guide arms. Depresses pedal or moves lever to start machine that automatically creases and folds bottom of paper bag to form valve, and discharges it onto conveyor. May tend sleeve machine that automatically cuts and glues strips of paper (sleeves) used to close valves of filled bags [SLEEVER (paper goods)]. May tend machine that forms valve and sews ends of bags and be designated Combination Valving-And-Sewing-Machine Operator (paper goods).
GOE: 06.04.04 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77 |
| WRAPPING-MACHINE OPERATOR alternate titles: covering-machine operator |
CODE: 641.685-098
Tends wrapping machine that glues wrappers onto box tops or box bottoms by either of following methods: (1) Places box parts on glued wrapper and positions them under plunger of machine. Presses pedal to lower plunger that forces box part and wrapper down past series of brushes that seal wrapper onto box part. (2) Positions box parts onto glued wrappers conveyed by belt that feeds box parts into machine that smooths wrapper around box. May tend four corner stayer machine that folds and tapes corners of cardboard box blanks to form containers [FOUR-CORNER-STAYER-MACHINE OPERATOR (paper goods)]. May tend power shear that cuts sheets of paper to specified dimensions to form wrappers [CUTTING-MACHINE TENDER (any industry)].
GOE: 06.04.04 STRENGTH: M GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77 |
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