Molding, Coremaking, and Casting Machine Setter, Operator, and Tender, Metal and Plastic
Summary
Molding, coremaking, and casting machine operator setting up and running machines to mold or cast metal and plastic parts, measuring products for quality, and performing maintenance on equipment
Experience
Molding, Coremaking, and Casting Machine Setter, Operator, and Tender, Metal and Plastic
Where you worked
Month Year to Month Year
Set up and operated metal or plastic molding, casting, or coremaking machines
Measured and inspected products for defects using precision measuring tools
Observed machines to ensure products met specifications and fixed jams
Turned valves and dials to control pressure, temperature, and speed of machines
Read blueprints and work orders to determine machine setups and temperatures
Removed finished products from molds and packed them for storage
Performed maintenance work like cleaning and oiling machines
Skills
Hands-On Work
Mounting attachments or tools, Cleaning production equipment, Loading materials into production equipment, Operating metal or plastic forming equipment
Core Skills
Reviewing blueprints and instructions, Studying blueprints or instructions, Monitoring equipment operation, Monitoring instruments, Maintaining products, Marking equipment with labels