Plastics Processing Machine Operators

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Set up and operate plastic mixing, calendering, extruding and moulding processing machines used in the manufacture of plastic parts and plastic products.

Outlook

Limited

Wage

Low: $14.15
Median: $17.00
High: $29.73

Training

  • For all operators in this unit group, completion of secondary school is usually required.
  • Several years of experience as a helper, tender or packer in the same company may be required.
  • Completion of a statistical process control (SPC) course may be required.
  • Completion of courses in hydraulics, pneumatics and electronics systems may be required for moulding process operators.
  • On-the-job training is provided

Places of Employment

Plastic products manufacturing companies and plastic parts divisions of aircraft or other manufacturing companies

Regulated

No