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Paperworking occupations such as machine attendants, operators, reamers, tender, and graders have been defined on this page.
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| AUTOMATIC-MACHINE ATTENDANT alternate titles: machine assembler |
CODE: 649.685-010
Tends automatic cutting, curling, crimping, capping, labeling, or tubing machines that assemble paper products, such as spools and tubes: Presses pedals, buttons, and switches or turns valves to start and stop machines and auxiliary devices, such as glue heaters, curling heads, and air ejectors. Dumps tubes, caps, labels, covers, spool shields, or paper strips into dispenser, feeds them onto conveyor, or positions them on mandrel. Pours glue into pots. Clears jams. May stack finished product on truck.
GOE: 06.04.04 STRENGTH: M GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 79 |
| BAG-MACHINE OPERATOR alternate titles: bag-making-machine operator |
CODE: 649.685-014
Tends machine that automatically measures, prints, cuts, folds, and glues, or seals plain or wax papers, polyethylene film, or cellophane to form bags: Threads materials from parent roll through guides and rollers to cutters, gluer, printer, folding device, or electric sealer. Starts machine, observes operation, and adjusts machine to ensure uniform shearing, printing, folding, gluing, or sealing of continuous roll of material into finished bags. May insert shaft into core of parent roll and secure with steel collars, using handtools, and mount roll onto machine, using hoist. May be designated according to material processed as Cellophane-Bag-Machine Operator (paper goods); Polyethylene-Bag-Machine Operator (paper goods); Waxed-Bag-Machine Operator (paper goods).
GOE: 06.04.04 STRENGTH: M GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 3 DLU: 77 |
| BAG-MACHINE-OPERATOR HELPER |
CODE: 649.686-010
Assists BAG-MACHINE OPERATOR (paper goods) by feeding paper rolls into machine that automatically prints, cuts, folds, and glues roll of paper, polyethylene film, or cellophane to make finished bags: Inserts shaft into core of parent roll and secures it with steel collars, using handtools. Lifts and mounts roll on machine standard, using electric hoist. Tapes leading end of roll to end of previous roll. Replenishes glue and ink reservoirs. Assists BAG-MACHINE OPERATOR (paper goods) in making repairs and adjustments, using handtools. 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 |
| BINDERY WORKER |
CODE: 649.685-018
Tends paperworking machines, such as corner cutter, embosser, scorer, stitcher, taper, gluer, punch press, and plastic index tab machine to fabricate office supplies, such as file folders, file dividers, index cards, and three-ring binders, from paper or paperboard stock: Positions stock against machine guides, starts machine, and depresses pedal to actuate specified machine. Manually folds and creases materials that exceed machine capacity. Collates printed file folders in numerical order to form set. Forms shipping boxes from flattened blanks and glues labels to box tops. Inspects finished product and places specified quantity and type into boxes according to packing instructions.
GOE: 06.04.04 STRENGTH: M GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 3 DLU: 77 |
| BOTTOMING-MACHINE OPERATOR |
CODE: 649.685-022
Tends machine that automatically cuts, folds, and glues ends of tubes together to form bottoms in single or multiwall paper bags: Loads paper tubes into automatic feedrack, fills glue hopper, and starts machine. Observes machine operation, removes material caught in rollers to relieve jams, and spot-verifies processed bags to detect imperfections in cutting, folding, or gluing. Adjusts feed guides, rollers, and glue regulator, using handtools, to ensure conformity to specifications. May tend machine equipped with valving mechanism that automatically forms opening (valve) in top of bag and inserts sleeve in opening.
GOE: 06.04.04 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 3 DLU: 77 |
| BOX-FOLDING-MACHINE OPERATOR |
CODE: 649.682-010
Sets up and operates machine to fold corrugated paperboard box blanks and to glue, stitch (staple), or tape edges to form boxes: Installs feed bars and adjusts guide assembly and folding mechanism according to box blank dimensions and work order specifications, using handtools. Fills glue reservoir, loads automatic stapler, or threads gummed tape through applicator. Stacks box blanks in feed mechanism, starts machine, and observes automatic feeding and folding of box blanks and gluing, stapling, or taping of edges to detect machine malfunction. Inspects sample completed box to verify conformance to work order specifications and adjusts machine controls to correct variations. May be designated according to type of machine used as Folder-Gluer Operator (paper goods); Folder-Stitcher Operator (paper goods); Folder-Taper Operator (paper goods).
GOE: 06.02.04 STRENGTH: H GED: R3 M2 L2 SVP: 4 DLU: 78 |
| CORE-CUTTER AND REAMER |
CODE: 649.685-026
Tends machines that cut, ream, and slot paper roll cores made of cardboard, fiber, or metal, according to work order specifications: Installs and aligns cutoff saw, reamer, and slot cutters in machines according to length and diameter of core, using rule and wrench. Starts machines and cuts core to length, using circular saw. Pushes core along feeder trough of reamer to ream out ends. Feeds core into cutters of slotting machine to cut slots in core ends. Inserts metal caps in ends of nonmetal cores to coincide with slots in cores, using hammer. May reclaim defective caps by removing them with cap puller and hammering out dents. May tend machines that cut and slot paper roll cores and be designated Core Cutter (paper & pulp).
GOE: 06.02.09 STRENGTH: M GED: R3 M2 L2 SVP: 4 DLU: 77 |
| COUNTING-MACHINE OPERATOR |
CODE: 649.685-030
Tends machine that counts sheets of paper and inserts marker between sheets at specified interval: Positions skid of paper beside machine counting head, using handtruck. Raises paper at corner, using iron bar, and inserts wedge between skid and paper to fan edge of paper. Secures paper stack to skid, using clamp. Sets counter dial at zero and sets marker interval dial at specified number. Pushes button to move counting head into position against corner of stack and starts machine. Observes machine operation and makes adjustments to counting head to ensure accurate counting.
GOE: 06.04.04 STRENGTH: H GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 3 DLU: 77 |
| CYLINDER-DIE-MACHINE HELPER |
CODE: 649.686-018
Assist CYLINDER-DIE-MACHINE OPERATOR (paper goods) to operate cylinder press to score and cut paperboard sheets into box or container blanks: Obtains cutting die from storage according to work order and assists operator in aligning die on machine cylinder and fastening die to cylinder. Feeds flat paperboard stock into machine that scores and cuts stock to form box or container blanks. Performs other duties as described under HELPER (any industry) Master Title.
GOE: 06.04.04 STRENGTH: H GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77 |
| CYLINDER-DIE-MACHINE OPERATOR |
CODE: 649.682-014
Cutting-and-creasing-machine operator Operates cylinder press to score and cut paperboard sheets into box or container blanks: Installs specified chase (cutting and scoring die) on flat bed of machine, using handtools. Glues sheet of paperboard on machine cylinder, rotates cylinder by hand to press design of die in sheet, and cuts paperboard from around die impression on sheet, using knife, to form male portion of die. Starts machine and adjusts feed rollers and arms on automatic stacker, using handtools. Turns valves to regulate powder (talc) spray on cut-scored sheets. Measures cut-scored blanks to verify cutting and scoring dimensions with work order, using tape measure. May feed odd size paperboard sheets into machine by hand.
GOE: 06.02.04 STRENGTH: H GED: R3 M2 L2 SVP: 5 DLU: 78 |
| DRILL-PUNCH OPERATOR |
CODE: 649.685-034
Tends multiple-spindle drill press that drills holes in paper goods, such as notebook paper, booklets, envelopes, pamphlets, index cards, and other paper and printed products: Reads job specifications to determine spacing and dimension of holes to be drilled in paper items. Adjusts spacing of drills, positions of backstop and guides according to size of items to be drilled, using handtools. Presses button to start machine. Jogs stack of paper items to straighten and align edges. Positions stacks of paper items against backstop and end guides of machine table. Depresses pedal to raise stock or lower drills to cut holes in paper. Stacks drilled items on pallets. May replace dull drills, using handtools.
GOE: 06.04.04 STRENGTH: M GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 79 |
| EMBOSSER OPERATOR alternate titles: calender operator; roll-embosser |
CODE: 649.682-022
Operator Sets up and operates machine to emboss designs on paper and plastics-coated textile and cut materials according to work orders: Positions material and pressure and engraved embossing rolls on machine frame, using hoist. Installs and adjusts cutting disks and fastens collars on shafts to secure rolls, using rule, wrench, and screwdriver. Threads material through rolls and around cutters, adjusts feed guides, and starts machine. Turns air valve to regulate pressure of pressing roll on embossing roll and turns handwheel to adjust tension on material. Observes feeding, embossing, and cutting of material, and makes adjustments. Scrapes dirt from pressing roll and cleans it with solvent. May adjust counterweight device or move lever or clutch to regulate pressure on rolls. May regulate flow of steam into rolls to counteract paper curling and to obtain desired depth of embossing and surface shine on paper. May tend winding machine to wind material onto rolls. May emboss paper between tinted rollers. May feed paper sheets into machine and be designated Sheeter Operator (paper & pulp).
GOE: 06.02.09 STRENGTH: M GED: R3 M2 L2 SVP: 5 DLU: 77 |
| EMBOSSING-MACHINE TENDER alternate titles: panel-machine tender |
CODE: 649.685-038
Tends machine that automatically embosses frame-like margin on edge of paper card blanks to form wedding and commercial cards: Loads stack of cards into machine feeder and starts machine. Observes machine operation to detect feeding and embossing malfunction. Inspects completed cards by fanning stacks to detect imperfections, such as dirt spots, dents, and nicks and stacks cards into boxes according to instructions on work ticket.
GOE: 06.04.04 STRENGTH: M GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77 |
| ENVELOPE-MACHINE OPERATOR alternate titles: envelope-fold operator |
CODE: 649.685-042
Folder, machine Tends machine that forms plain and window envelopes from paper rolls or precut blanks: Loads stack of blanks into rack of feed mechanism or positions roll of paper on machine rack, using hoist, and threads paper (web) through machine. Starts machine and observes progress of blanks and web through cutting, gluing, folding, and drying units. Pushes button to stop machine in case of malfunction. Fans handful of envelopes to inspect them for quality of folding, sealing, and glue application, and packs them in boxes. Counts pack of envelopes periodically to verify accuracy of mechanical counter. Pours glue into machine container to replenish supply. Wipes or washes glue from machine at end of shift. May adjust glue applicator and drying and pressing rolls. May be designated according to type of machine tended as Plunger-Machine Operator (paper goods); Rotary-Envelope-Machine Operator (paper goods); Side-Seam-Envelope-Machine Operator (paper goods). May tend machine that forms envelopes used in cover of books (book pockets) and be designated Book-Pocket-Machine Operator (paper goods).
GOE: 06.04.04 STRENGTH: M GED: R2 M1 L2 SVP: 4 DLU: 79 |
| FINISHING-MACHINE OPERATOR |
CODE: 649.686-022
Feeds preformed bodies of paper cups into machine that automatically inserts plugs into lower ends to form bottoms, rolls tops to finish edges of cups, and ejects completed cups.
GOE: 06.04.04 STRENGTH: L GED: R1 M1 L1 SVP: 1 DLU: 77 |
| FOLDING-MACHINE OPERATOR alternate titles: multifold operator |
CODE: 649.685-046
Tends machines that automatically cut continuous rolls of paper into sheets of specified length, and fold and interlock them to form paper towels, toilet tissue, and napkins for dispensers or to package: Threads paper from parent roll through rollers and guides and tapes end to that of previous roll. Installs embossing rolls, and adjusts tucker, gripper, and feed rolls according to grade of paper and work order. Starts machine and observes operation to ensure uniform dispensing of glue, cutting, perforating, and folding of product. Lubricates machine and makes minor repairs, using handtools. May be designated according to type of machine as Double-Fold-Machine Operator (paper goods); Single-Fold-Machine Operator (paper goods); or according to article folded as Folded-Towel-Machine Operator (paper goods); Napkin-Machine Operator (paper goods).
GOE: 06.04.04 STRENGTH: M GED: R3 M2 L2 SVP: 3 DLU: 78 |
| HANDLE-MACHINE OPERATOR alternate titles: paper-cup-handle-machine |
CODE: 649.685-050
Operator Tends machine that die-cuts paper cup handles from roll of paper stock and glues handles onto cups: Mounts roll of paper on machine, using hoist. Fills glue reservoir and stacks cups onto machine feeding mechanism. Starts machine and observes machine operation to detect malfunction. Removes stack of finished cups from machine and places them into packing sleeves. Inserts full sleeves in packing carton.
GOE: 06.04.04 STRENGTH: M GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 3 DLU: 77 |
| INSPECTOR |
CODE: 649.487-010
Examines sample of paper sheets for defects according to quality control specifications: Measures dimensions of sheet with rule, folds sheet and aligns edges to verify squareness. Weighs sheet and compares weight with specification for kind and grade of paper. Fans stack of sheets to examine sheets for tears, soil, streaks, and shading and notifies supervisor of defects. Discards defective sheets or marks stack for reprocessing. Writes daily test reports.
GOE: 06.03.01 STRENGTH: L GED: R3 M2 L2 SVP: 3 DLU: 77 |
| INSPECTOR, PAPER PRODUCTS alternate titles: bag inspector; quality-control |
CODE: 649.367-010
Inspector Inspects paper and paperboard products during corrugating, laminating, printing, cutting, scoring, coating, forming, sealing, and packaging processes to ensure adherence to plant quality standards and work orders: Examines product for defects, such as blisters, wrinkles, improper forming and sealing, glue spots, printing overlap, and color distortions. Measures dimensions and thickness of product, using tape measure and automatic micrometer. Weighs coated and uncoated products, calculates weight of coating, and records weight data on inspection report. Tests mullen (burst quality of paper) and crush qualities of paper and paperboard, using mullen and crush tester, and records test results on inspection report. Spot-counts number of articles in bundle or shipping container to verify accuracy. Examines rejects to determine those that can be salvaged and routes unusable material to scrap baler. May be designated according to product inspected as Paper-Bag Inspector (paper goods); Tube Inspector (paper goods); or according to phase of process as Assembly Inspector (paper goods).
GOE: 06.03.01 STRENGTH: L GED: R3 M2 L2 SVP: 5 DLU: 78 |
| KNOTTING-MACHINE OPERATOR |
CODE: 649.685-054
Tends machine that automatically prints, strings, and knots paper tags: Mounts rolls of string and paper or card stock in machine. Starts machine and examines completed tag to detect machine malfunction. Stops machine to clear jams. Ties finished tags into bundles. May tend machine that automatically threads and fastens string to paper tags and be designated Stringing-Machine Operator (paper goods); or tend machine that threads and fastens wire to paper tags and be designated Wiring-Machine Operator (paper goods).
GOE: 06.04.04 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77 |
| LACE-PAPER-MACHINE OPERATOR |
CODE: 649.685-058
Tends machine that embosses and pierces paper strips to form lace paper doilies, place mats, and similar decorative articles: Loads roll of paper strip on machine, using chain hoist. Changes dies and cutters on machine and adjusts tension and pressure on feed rolls. Starts machine and inspects sample run for level of embossing, arrangement of piercing, and accuracy of cutoff, and corrects faulty machining.
GOE: 06.04.04 STRENGTH: M GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 3 DLU: 77 |
| LAUNDRY-BAG-PUNCH OPERATOR |
CODE: 649.685-062
Tends machine that perforates paper laundry bags and affixes reinforcing paper eyelets: Threads gummed paper over die. Feeds bags singly into machine slot and depresses lever to lower punch that punches hole in bag and cuts out and fastens eyelet around hole. Inserts drawstrings through eyelets and piles finished bags on table for inspection.
GOE: 06.04.04 STRENGTH: L GED: R1 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77 |
| LAYBOY TENDER alternate titles: jogger |
CODE: 649.685-066
Operator; sheeter helper Tends layboy that automatically stacks, aligns, and records count of paper sheets at discharge end of paper cutters, printing presses, and ruling and paper-making machines. Inspects sheets as they fall into layboy for defects, such as spots, holes, wrinkles, cockled edges, and dirt, and discards defective sheets. Smooths sheets by hand to eliminate air pockets. Stops and starts machine in emergency. May fan sheets or turn up corners to facilitate inspection. May count sheets and insert tabs to mark off reams if layboy does not have automatic counter and tabber. May align sheets by tapping edges by hand.
GOE: 06.04.04 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77 |
| MACHINE OPERATOR, GENERAL alternate titles: clasp machine operator |
CODE: 649.685-070
Tension machine operator Tends automatic and semiautomatic machines that punch holes, trim or notch envelope ends, and affix clasps, reinforcing patches, and snap fasteners and string or wire ties to envelopes: Turns screws to adjust guides and stops of machines, such as clasp, eyeletter, patch, tension, and thumb cut to accommodate specified size envelopes, using handtools. Pours clasps, eyelets, snap fasteners, or other envelope parts into machine hoppers and mounts rolls of patching or reinforcing tape on machine spindles. Positions envelopes on feed bed or under operating heads of machines against guides and stops. Depresses hand or foot levers to actuate machines. Removes completed envelopes and packs them in carton or box.
GOE: 06.04.04 STRENGTH: M GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 3 DLU: 77 |
| MACHINE SET-UP OPERATOR, PAPER GOODS |
CODE: 649.380-010
Sets up and adjusts machines that convert, saw, corrugate, band, wrap, box, stitch, form, or seal paper or paperboard sheets into products, such as toilet tissue, towels, napkins, bags, envelopes, tubing, cartons, wax rolls, and containers, according to specifications, by any combination of following tasks: Adjusts rolls, guides, and chutes to accommodate type of paper or paperboard fed from parent rolls or flat stock from automatic feedracks, using handtools. Measures, spaces, and sets saw blades, cutters, and perforators, according to product specifications, using rule, thumbscrews, and wrenches. Installs printing attachment to machine and makes adjustment for clarity of print. Threads wire through stitching head and synchronizes speed for spacing stitches. Installs or resets cutting dies according to work orders, using handtools. Operates machine for test run to verify adjustments and observes functioning of machine parts, such as gauges, elevator, belts, slip clutches, oil injectors, glue feeders, and electrical devices. Repairs or replaces defective parts. May be designated according to type of machine adjusted as Bag-Machine Set-Up Operator (paper goods); Gluing-Machine Adjuster (paper goods); Stitcher Set-Up Operator, Automatic (paper goods).
GOE: 06.01.02 STRENGTH: M GED: R3 M2 L2 SVP: 7 DLU: 79 |
| PAPER SORTER AND COUNTER alternate titles: inspector and counter |
CODE: 649.687-010
Overlooker; sorter Sorts sheets of paper according to specified grade and examines them for defects, such as tears, cuts, roll marks and slime holes, and discards defective sheets. Counts and stacks acceptable sheets and inserts identification marker between reams. Segregates paper according to customer order and records amount and grade of separate orders.
GOE: 06.03.02 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M2 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77 |
| PAPER-CONE GRADER |
CODE: 649.687-014
Examines paper cones emerging from cone-making machines for defects. Places acceptable ones on racks and tosses defective cones in trash receptacle. May examine paper tubes and be designated Paper-Tube Grader (paper goods).
GOE: 06.03.02 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77 |
| PAPER-CUP-MACHINE OPERATOR |
CODE: 649.685-078
Tends machine that automatically forms flat-bottomed paper drinking cups: Loads rolls of bottom and sidewall paper on machine. Threads ends of paper through rollers and forming guides, and starts machine that automatically forms paper into cups and glues seams. Periodically tests samples of cups for leaks. Places specified number of cups in tubes preparatory to packing.
GOE: 06.04.04 STRENGTH: M GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 3 DLU: 77 |
| PAPER-PATTERN INSPECTOR |
CODE: 649.687-018
Examines tissue paper patterns for accuracy of cutting, perforating, and numbering.
GOE: 06.03.02 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77 |
| PARTITION-ASSEMBLY-MACHINE OPERATOR |
CODE: 649.582-010
Operates machine that automatically fits precut cardboard sections together to form complete partitions for cardboard cartons, according to specifications: Installs and adjusts stripper bars, feed dogs, side and finger guides, back stops, and ejector bars on machine table, and receiving fingers and push bars on rotating partition assembling wheel, using rule, gauges, and wrenches. Adjusts timing gear settings to synchronize movement of partition sections from machine table into sections in assembling wheel, using wrench. Fills magazines with partition sections and starts machine. Observes feeding and assembling operations and adjusts machine to form partitions to specifications. Maintains production records.
GOE: 06.02.20 STRENGTH: M GED: R3 M2 L2 SVP: 5 DLU: 77 |
| PARTITION-MAKING-MACHINE OPERATOR |
CODE: 649.685-082
Tends machine that cuts interlocking slots or notches in two strips of cardboard and automatically assembles strips at right angles to form multicell partition (divider) for cardboard container: Loads rolls of cardboard into machine feed reels and threads cardboard through guide rolls. Starts machine and observes operation of feeding, slotting, cutoff, and assembly mechanisms to detect malfunctioning. Examines assembled partitions at discharge chute and verifies conformance to specified dimensions, using go-not-go gauges. Replaces worn slotting punches and dull cutoff blades, using handtools. May assemble slotted strips by hand to form multicell partition for cardboard container.
GOE: 06.04.04 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77 |
| PATTERNMAKER, ENVELOPE |
CODE: 649.361-010
Draws patterns and prescribes manufacturing specifications for envelopes, compiling required data from customer orders, machine capacities, and knowledge of envelope manufacturing: Computes size, number, and type of paper sheets needed to fill order, using trigonometry, and knowledge of paper sizes and paper cutting machines. Sketches layout and dimensions of envelope on cardboard, using ruler, square, and other drawing instruments. Selects machines, dies, tools, and compiles machine setup data for such operations as paper and die cutting, machine and hand folding, printing, paneling, and attaching fastening devices, utilizing knowledge of machines, tools, and equipment. Determines sequence of manufacturing operations, utilizing knowledge of types and capacities of available machines, and lists such data on layout card.
GOE: 05.03.02 STRENGTH: L GED: R4 M4 L3 SVP: 7 DLU: 77 |
| PERFORATING-MACHINE OPERATOR |
CODE: 649.685-090
Tends machine that perforates sheets of paper with lines of fine holes to facilitate tearing sheets: Installs perforating disks in machine and sets guides to size of sheet, using handtools. Starts machine and feeds sheets into machine, singly, or keeps feed table supplied with stacks of sheets if machine is fed automatically. Removes perforated sheets as they accumulate on discharge table of machine.
GOE: 06.04.04 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 4 DLU: 77 |
| PLATEN-PRESS OPERATOR alternate titles: blanker-press operator |
CODE: 649.682-026
Sets up and operates automatic, platen-type cutting-creasing press to cut rolls of paperboard into carton blanks: Selects, installs, and adjusts specified chase (cutting-creasing die) on press bed, using handtools. Positions and attaches stripping cylinder on roller and turns wheel to adjust tension on rubberized backer roll. Mounts roll of paperboard on machine feed spindle, using hoist, and threads paperboard through feed, tension, and idler rollers. Starts machine and observes operation. Turns dials and wheels to synchronize machine speed with speed of feed rolls and to regulate pressure on feed rolls. Starts conveyor that transports broke to baling machine. Measures cut-scored blanks for conformity to specifications, using tape measure, and examines blanks for defects, such as wrinkles and tears. Adjusts machine to correct defects.
GOE: 06.02.04 STRENGTH: M GED: R3 M2 L2 SVP: 5 DLU: 77 |
| PLATING-MACHINE OPERATOR alternate titles: plater |
CODE: 649.686-026
Feeds sheets into plating machine that impresses weave or grain finish into paper: Stacks linen and paper sheets in alternate layers and feeds sheets into rolls of plating machine to impress weave of fabric onto paper.
GOE: 06.04.04 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77 |
| PUNCHBOARD-FILLING-MACHINE OPERATOR alternate titles: stuffing-machine |
CODE: 649.685-094
Operator Tends machine that inserts numbered paper cylinders in holes of punchboards: Places printed paper strips in tubular magazine and locks it in filling machine. Presses punchboard over pegs in plate of machine and moves lever to lower blade that cuts paper into strips and raises plate against teeth that stuffs them into punchboard holes.
GOE: 06.04.20 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77 |
| RING-MAKING-MACHINE OPERATOR |
CODE: 649.685-098
Tends machine that automatically curls and cuts cardboard strips to make rings, such as those used in hat boxes: Mounts rolls of cardboard on machine reel and threads strip through steaming, curling, and cutting devices. Starts machine and gathers and packages ejected rings.
GOE: 06.04.04 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77 |
| SALVAGE WINDER AND INSPECTOR |
CODE: 649.685-102
Tends rewinder and identifies and cuts out defective sections of tape to salvage rejected rolls of paper tape: Places rubber belt on machine pullup to obtain desired speed ratio. Secures tape roll onto spindle and threads end of tape around takeup roll. Starts machine and observes tape winding onto roll, using knee and foot controls to regulate winding speed. Inspects tape for dry spots, excessive glue, creases, and holes. Cuts out defective areas, using scissors. Presses flat metal bars to each side of rough tape sections to smooth tape surface. Throws defective tape sections into trash bin. Removes tape rolls from machine and places rolls on cart for packing.
GOE: 06.03.02 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M2 L2 SVP: 3 DLU: 77 |
| SHOT-TUBE-MACHINE TENDER |
CODE: 649.685-106
Tends machines that crimp rolled paper tubes to form caps and press them onto ends of other tubes to make BB shot containers: Starts machines, places tubes on skipped spindles by hand, and removes damaged tubes or scrap paper, using wire hook. Removes completed caps from machine hopper, fills shaker frame with crimped caps from hopper and starts shaker machine to arrange caps crimped-side-down [SHAKER-PLATE OPERATOR (ordnance)]. Examines caps and discards torn, flattened, grease-smeared, or malformed caps. Pushes caps into feeder tray, using T-shape pusher, and hangs loaded tray on gravity-feed station of repairer assembly machine. Notifies machine repairer of malfunction.
GOE: 06.04.04 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77 |
| SLITTER-CREASER-SLOTTER HELPER |
CODE: 649.686-030
Feeds and off bears machine that slots, scores, and creases corrugated or plain paperboard sheets to form container blanks: Aligns sheet against machine guides and feeds sheet into machine feed rolls. Removes completed container blanks from machine and stacks blanks onto skids. May assist SLITTER-CREASER-SLOTTER OPERATOR (paper goods) in setting up machine.
GOE: 06.04.04 STRENGTH: H GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77 |
| SLITTER-CREASER-SLOTTER OPERATOR |
CODE: 649.682-034
Sets up and operates machine to slot, score, crease, and trim corrugated or plain paperboard sheets to form container blanks: Turns screws and moves picker feed bar and feed table guides to accommodate size of sheets. Positions slitting, scoring, and slotting dies by sliding dieheads along drive shaft over machine bed to obtain specified size blanks with prescribed depth and location of slots and creases. Stacks and aligns sheets against guide bar on feeder table. Presses lever to start automatic feed. Measures sample with rule to detect deviation in location of slots and creases.
GOE: 06.02.04 STRENGTH: M GED: R2 M2 L2 SVP: 4 DLU: 77 |
| SLITTER-SCORER-CUT-OFF OPERATOR |
CODE: 649.682-038
Sets up and operates machine that slits, scores, and cuts sheets of plain, laminated, or corrugated paperboard to specified dimensions: Positions and fastens scoring and cutting disks on roller, according to specifications, and installs roller in machine, using handtools. Turns wheels to adjust cutter knives, align paper guides on layboy, and adjust pressure on slitting and cutting disks. Starts machine and synchronizes speed of traveling cutoff knives with speed of machine feed. Verifies dimensions of cut-scored blanks with work order, using tape rule. May cut samples from sheets for testing. May operate machine that slits and cuts rolls of paper and be designated Slitter-And-Cutter Operator (paper & pulp; paper goods).
GOE: 06.02.04 STRENGTH: H GED: R3 M2 L2 SVP: 5 DLU: 78 |
| SORTING-MACHINE OPERATOR |
CODE: 649.665-010
Inspects sheets of paper for processing defects, using sorting machine: Reads work order and notifies INDUSTRIAL-TRUCK OPERATOR (any industry) to move specified type and quantity of paper from storage area to machine elevator platform. Positions joggers and vacuum feeding mechanism according to size and type of paper, using handtools and ruler. Starts machine and pushes button to raise elevator platform to feed level. Inspects paper sheets moving over machine bed to detect defects and turns lever to eject defective sheets from machine. Notifies INDUSTRIAL-TRUCK OPERATOR (any industry) to remove skids of inspected paper and records production data, such as type paper, time, and quantity inspected.
GOE: 06.03.02 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77 |
| STEEL-TIE ADJUSTER, AUTOMATIC alternate titles: tin-tie-machine operator |
CODE: 649.685-110
Automatic Tends machine that automatically cuts steel and paper strips to specified length, covers steel strip with paper, and glues covered steel strip to paper bag for use in sealing. Fills glue pot with paste and loads bags onto machine feed rack.
GOE: 06.04.09 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77 |
| STITCHER OPERATOR alternate titles: semiautomatic-stitcher operator |
CODE: 649.685-114
Tends machine that stitches (staples) edges of plain and corrugated paperboard box blanks to form boxes: Reads production order to determine number of stitches required, turns gauge to specified setting and starts machine. Folds box blank by hand along scored lines or removes folded box blank from folding machine and feeds blank into machine that stitches edges. Inspects completed boxes for defective stitching and records quantity, style, and grade of boxes in production log.
GOE: 06.04.04 STRENGTH: H GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 4 DLU: 77 |
| SUPERVISOR, PAPER PRODUCTS |
CODE: 649.130-010
Supervises and coordinates activities of workers engaged in setting up and operating machines that cut, wind, fold, crease, drill, score, slit, tape, glue, sew, corrugate, and emboss paper and paperboard to form paper products, such as boxes, cartons, bags, napkins, tissue, envelopes, folders, cards, and tablets: Reads work order and schedules production according to machine capacities and customer requirements. Assigns duties to workers according to production schedule. Inspects sample product to ensure conformance to work order specifications. May train new workers. May set up and adjust machines. May inspect machines for malfunction or worn parts. May repair machines. May requisition materials and supplies. May supply workers with production materials. May operate machine in worker's absence. Performs other duties as described under SUPERVISOR (any industry) Master Title.
GOE: 06.02.01 STRENGTH: L GED: R4 M3 L3 SVP: 8 DLU: 79 |
| TABLET-MAKING-MACHINE OPERATOR alternate titles: packer operator |
CODE: 649.682-042
Sets up and operates machine to cut rolls of paper into sheets and to print lines, glue, and punch holes to make paper tablets: Adjusts feed guides, cutting disks, and punch rams according to work order specifications. Mounts roll of paper on machine, using electric hoist. Threads end of paper through machine and fills ink and glue reservoirs. Starts machine and turns valves to adjust paper tension and flow of glue to paper. Observes machine operation to detect malfunction and inspects finished tablets to verify conformance to specifications. Records production information, such as quantity, type, and size of tablets produced on work order.
GOE: 06.02.04 STRENGTH: M GED: R3 M2 L2 SVP: 4 DLU: 77 |
| TABLET-MAKING-MACHINE-OPERATOR HELPER |
CODE: 649.685-130
Tends machine that cuts, rules, punches, binds, and stacks materials to produce looseleaf filler, tablets, and wire bound notebooks: Assists TABLET-MAKING-MACHINE OPERATOR (paper goods) 649.682-042 to set up machine. Presses buttons to activate hydraulic lift that positions rolls of paper in feed position. Pours powdered ink and water into container and mixes ingredients with hand stirrer. Loads backing and cover material on inserter platforms. Inspects finished products to determine required machine adjustments and eliminate machine malfunctions. Notifies MACHINE SET-UP OPERATOR, PAPER GOODS (paper goods) 649.380-010 of unresolved problems.
GOE: 06.04.04 STRENGTH: M GED: R3 M2 L2 SVP: 3 DLU: 86 |
| TAG-MACHINE OPERATOR alternate titles: blanker operator |
CODE: 649.685-118
Tends machine that automatically makes shipping tags and file and index cards: Threads paper stock between guides that pass paper under printing roll, corner cutter, punch, eyeletter, and shears. Turns mechanical counter to zero. Starts machine that prints specified data on tag, trims corners, punches holes in end and reinforces hole with paper or metal eyelets, cuts tag or card to size, and records quantity produced. Examines ejected tags or cards for defects and notifies department supervisor of machine malfunction. Packs specified number of tags or cards in bundles or cartons for shipment. May adjust machine controls to omit specific machine operations when not required.
GOE: 06.04.37 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77 |
| TAG-PRESS OPERATOR |
CODE: 649.682-046
Sets up and operates machine to print, cut, and punch holes in paperboard to form paper tags and labels: Reads work order to determine type of setup required. Mounts paperboard roll on machine, using jack, and installs and adjusts specified printing plates onto machine bed, using allen wrench and rule. Mounts roll of reinforcing paperboard onto machine, threads end through stamping section and fills machine hopper with metal reinforcing grommets. Spreads specified color ink onto printing plate, using hand scraper, and fills ink reservoir. Adjusts angle of cutting blade, using allen wrench, and turns valves to adjust timing of cutting blades and punch to specifications. Starts machine and observes machine operation to detect malfunction and inspects completed tags or labels to verify compliance with work order specifications. Removes completed tags or labels from discharge end of machine, stacks specified number of tags into boxes, and stacks boxes on skid. Records production information, such as quantity and type of tags or labels produced on work ticket.
GOE: 06.02.04 STRENGTH: M GED: R3 M2 L1 SVP: 6 DLU: 77 |
| TAPE-FASTENER-MACHINE OPERATOR alternate titles: tie fastener |
CODE: 649.685-122
Tie-tape-machine operator Tends machine that staples ribbon or string (tape) ties onto flaps of fiber folder: Winds ribbons or string on reel and cuts strands with shears to make lengths of tape according to size of folders [PAPER-REEL OPERATOR (paper goods)]. Adjusts fastening machine guides according to size of folder, using handtools. Fills feed magazine with staples and starts machine. Positions flaps of folders against guides and holds length of tape across envelope flap under machine ram. Depresses pedal to lower ram and staple tape to flap.
GOE: 06.04.04 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77 |
| TAPER OPERATOR alternate titles: semiautomatic-taper operator |
CODE: 649.685-126
Tends machine that tapes edges of corrugated paperboard box blanks to form boxes: Mounts roll of gummed tape onto machine and threads tape through feed and moisture applicator rollers and under cutoff knife. Turns petcock to start flow of water to applicator tray. Positions and secures cutoff knife micro-switch, according to box dimensions, using handtools. Starts machine, folds blank along scored lines, and feeds folded blank into machine that tapes edges to form box. Observes machine operation to detect malfunction and inspects completed boxes to verify tape application according to specifications. Adjusts tape guides, water flow, or cutoff knife to correct faulty tape application.
GOE: 06.04.04 STRENGTH: H GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 3 DLU: 77 |
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