Other Clay, Concrete, Glass and Stone Processing Machine Operators

What the job involves

• Monitoring the flow of raw materials and products into machines, adjusting valves and controls to specifications
• Positioning materials on machines to be cut and worked
• Operates mixing, stacking and splitting machines
• Sets up and installs moulds and other machine fixtures
• Sets up and operates machines to produce molten glass, and regulating temperature of molten glass
• Presses and/or pours materials into moulds to form products
• Collects and examines samples for conformity to specifications and adjust machine settings accordingly
• Sets grinds and cuts edges
• Uses hand tools to cut, inscribe and polish

Key values of workers in Other Clay, Concrete, Glass and Stone Processing Machine Operators

• Support

  Occupations that satisfy this work value offer supportive management that stands behind employees. Corresponding needs are Company Policies, Supervision: Human Relations and Supervision: Technical.

• Independence

  Occupations that satisfy this work value allow employees to work on their own and make decisions. Corresponding needs are Creativity, Responsibility and Autonomy.

• Working Conditions

  Occupations that satisfy this work value offer job security and good working conditions. Corresponding needs are Activity, Compensation, Independence, Security, Variety and Working Conditions.

• Achievement

  Occupations that satisfy this work value are results oriented and allow employees to use their strongest abilities, giving them a feeling of accomplishment. Corresponding needs are Ability Utilization and Achievement.

• Recognition

  Occupations that satisfy this work value offer advancement, potential for leadership, and are often considered prestigious. Corresponding needs are Advancement, Authority, Recognition and Social Status.

Top skills required for workers in Other Clay, Concrete, Glass and Stone Processing Machine Operators

• Reading Comprehension

  Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.

• Active Listening

  Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.

• Critical Thinking

  Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.

• Monitoring

  Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.

• Complex Problem Solving

  Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.