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The InstituteJob Descriptions Supplement – HOURLY Survey
(in alphabetical order)Assembler ‑ Grade 1
Works on complete assembly of extremely intricate and expensive apparatus, machines or equipment with a large number of parts, or erection of very large and complicated units. Job involves considerable fitting, aligning and adjusting to very close tolerances and strict inspection requirements. Highly diversified work; may require some machining of parts. Plans erection or assembly procedure. Knowledge of drawings and shop practice may be required. Operator is expected to be able to assemble any type of equipment in his division. Little supervision. Should not include those whose assembly work primarily relates to electrical/electronic components ‑See Precision Electrical/Electronic Component Assemblers.
Assembler ‑ Grade 2
Works on difficult and diversified assembly and/or adjusting, such as complete assembly of units less intricate and with fewer parts than Grade 1. Makes adjustments and times parts that must synchronize. Considerable fitting and adjusting. Close tolerances, precision fits. Knowledge of drawings and shop practice required. Little supervision.Assembler ‑ Grade 3
Works on precision assemblies or sub‑assemblies of small or medium size units involving a number of parts, or erection of larger units having a limited number of parts and fairly liberal tolerances. Does fitting and adjusting to meet operating requirements of products; uses hand and simple power tools. Has ability to read simple blueprints. Works under direct supervision.Assembler ‑ Grade 4
Works on assembly of minor units or a small number of details. Usually employed on standardized products and methods. Performs simple adjusting and no fitting. Bench or conveyer work of a highly repetitive nature.Automotive / Vehicle Mechanic
Repair gasoline or diesel powered automobiles and/or trucks. May be required to disassemble/overhaul engines or engine components, transmissions, clutches and other assemblies. Responsible for identifying and replacing, as appropriate, worn or broken parts and make all necessary adjustments and alignments. Responsible for most vehicle maintenance procedures. May use electronic diagnostic equipment in addition to traditional mechanics' tools.Batch Person / Batch Mixer / Batcher
Operate, clear, load and unload mixing machine, using a wide variety of materials as required and according to established formulae and procedures. Responsible for weighing, measuring and mixing materials as appropriate. Jobs may involve both regular and special compounds. Typically responsible for obtaining raw materials as well as for moving finished stock. Carpenter Constructs, remodels or repairs all first class work in either factory or office, working to accurate measurements and fine finishes from blueprints or instructions. Operates all woodworking machine tools. Lays out work for and instructs second class men. Examples: builds office partitions, applies trim, lays floors, repairs furniture and builds smaller wooden buildings on factory premises if required.Cementing/Gluing Machine Operator
Operate or tend cementing, gluing and related machines to join together items to form a completed product or to form an article for further processing. Typical process could include: joining veneer sheets into plywood; gluing paper to glass wool, cardboard or paper; joining rubber and rubberized fabric parts, plastic, simulated leather, and other materials.Chemical Reaction Equipment Operator/Tender
Tend equipment in which a chemical change or reaction takes place in the processing of industrial or consumer products. Typical equipment used are: Devulcanizers, batch stills, fermenting tanks, steam‑jacketed kettles, and reactor vessels.Conveyor Operator/Tender
Control or tend conveyors or conveyor systems that move materials or products to and from locations, stockpiles, processing stations, departments, vehicles, etc. May control speed and routing of materials or products. May also be responsible for clearing jams, cleaning spills, etc. Cooking Machine Operator/Tender (Food, Tobacco, etc.) Operate or tend cooking equipment, such as steam cooking vats, deep fry cookers, pressure cookers, kettles and boilers, to prepare food/consumable products, such as meats, sugar, cheese, and grain. See also Roasting, Baking, and Drying Machine Operator/Tender.Crane Operator
Operates large cranes using either one or two hooks, sometimes working in conjunction with another crane. Operates large single‑hook cranes with unusual span. Exacting work where high degree of skill is required to manipulate and place work in position. Lifts large apparatus where extreme caution must be exercised because of high value of apparatus handled and danger to workmen underneath. Must know and observe all safety rules.Die-Casting-Machine Operator
Diagnoses and remedies any electrical trouble in plant. May rewind or make major repairs to motors. Keeps electrical equipment such as motors, switches, switchboards and electrical mechanisms in good repair and operating condition. Performs various duties such as replacing defective wiring and making connections to new electrical installations. Very little supervision.
Set up and operate die casting machine to cast parts. Monitor and maintain quality of casting and temperature of equipment. Basic troubleshooting of mould operations and/or machine programming. Fluxes, scrapes and skins the metal on a regular basis, take ejected parts from machine, breaks off runners, complete log books, maybe required to perform die changes
Electrician (Maintenance) ‑ Grade 1Electrician (Maintenance) ‑ Grade 2
Keeps electrical equipment such as motors, switches, switchboards & electrical mechanisms in good repair & operating condition. Performs various duties such as replacing defective wiring & making connections to new electrical installations. Replaces burnt out fuses, replaces worn parts on motors, cleans & oils motors, repairs & hangs electrical fixtures. Works under supervision. Electronic Repair Technician / Electronic Mechanic Installs, services, modifies, trouble‑shoots, and maintains various electronic equipment and control devices, such as communications systems, electronic computing and controls systems, measuring, recording, processing, controlling, and indicating devices. Diagnoses trouble and makes repairs and adjustments. Analyzes all types of circuits, wiring diagrams and drawings as required. Makes electrical and mechanical repairs as required, in connection with servicing electronic equipment. Requires a thorough knowledge of electric and electronic test equipment and hand tools. Very little supervision.
Engineering Technician ‑ Electrical ‑ Junior Typically, these jobs provide technical support and back up to an engineering program in their related discipline, but in some organizations, they may work independently in their field of expertise. Such positions may be involved in one or more of the following activities: designing, preparing technical drawings and/or drawing up or interpreting technical specifications, preparing estimates, project implementation, developing/testing prototypes, conducting tests, trouble‑shooting equipment, products or components, problem analysis, including compilation and analysis of data and reporting of results. Technologists are generally seen to be the more responsible position and in some organizations a Technician position may bear some similarity to a skilled trades position. Senior positions may exercise functional supervision over more junior positions or other support positions.Engineering Technician ‑ Electrical ‑ Senior
Typically, these jobs provide technical support and back up to an engineering program in their related discipline, but in some organizations, they may work independently in their field of expertise. Such positions may be involved in one or more of the following activities: designing, preparing technical drawings and/or drawing up or interpreting technical specifications, preparing estimates, project implementation, developing/testing prototypes, conducting tests, trouble‑shooting equipment, products or components, problem analysis, including compilation and analysis of data and reporting of results. Technologists are generally seen to be the more responsible position and in some organizations a Technician position may bear some similarity to a skilled trades position. Senior positions may exercise functional supervision over more junior positions or other support positions.Engineering Technologist ‑ Electrical ‑ Junior
Typically, these jobs provide technical support and back up to an engineering program in their related discipline, but in some organizations, they may work independently in their field of expertise. Such positions may be involved in one or more of the following activities: designing, preparing technical drawings and/or drawing up or interpreting technical specifications, preparing estimates, project implementation, developing/testing prototypes, conducting tests, trouble‑shooting equipment, products or components, problem analysis, including compilation and analysis of data and reporting of results. Technologists are generally seen to be the more responsible position and in some organizations a Technician position may bear some similarity to a skilled trades position. Senior positions may exercise functional supervision over more junior positions or other support positions.Engineering Technologist ‑ Electrical ‑ Senior
Typically, these jobs provide technical support and back up to an engineering program in their related discipline, but in some organizations, they may work independently in their field of expertise. Such positions may be involved in one or more of the following activities: designing, preparing technical drawings and/or drawing up or interpreting technical specifications, preparing estimates, project implementation, developing/testing prototypes, conducting tests, trouble‑shooting equipment, products or components, problem analysis, including compilation and analysis of data and reporting of results. Technologists are generally seen to be the more responsible position and in some organizations a Technician position may bear some similarity to a skilled trades position. Senior positions may exercise functional supervision over more junior positions or other support positions.Engineering Technician ‑ Chemical ‑ Junior
Typically, these jobs provide technical support and back up to an engineering program in their related discipline, but in some organizations, they may work independently in their field of expertise. Such positions may be involved in one or more of the following activities: designing, preparing technical drawings and/or drawing up or interpreting technical specifications, preparing estimates, project implementation, developing/testing prototypes, conducting tests, trouble‑shooting equipment, products or components, problem analysis, including compilation and analysis of data and reporting of results. Technologists are generally seen to be the more responsible position and in some organizations a Technician position may bear some similarity to a skilled trades position. Senior positions may exercise functional supervision over more junior positions or other support positions.Engineering Technician ‑ Chemical ‑ Senior
Typically, these jobs provide technical support and back up to an engineering program in their related discipline, but in some organizations, they may work independently in their field of expertise. Such positions may be involved in one or more of the following activities: designing, preparing technical drawings and/or drawing up or interpreting technical specifications, preparing estimates, project implementation, developing/testing prototypes, conducting tests, trouble‑shooting equipment, products or components, problem analysis, including compilation and analysis of data and reporting of results. Technologists are generally seen to be the more responsible position and in some organizations a Technician position may bear some similarity to a skilled trades position. Senior positions may exercise functional supervision over more junior positions or other support positions.Engineering Technologist ‑ Chemical ‑ Junior
Typically, these jobs provide technical support and back up to an engineering program in their related discipline, but in some organizations, they may work independently in their field of expertise. Such positions may be involved in one or more of the following activities: designing, preparing technical drawings and/or drawing up or interpreting technical specifications, preparing estimates, project implementation, developing/testing prototypes, conducting tests, trouble‑shooting equipment, products or components, problem analysis, including compilation and analysis of data and reporting of results. Technologists are generally seen to be the more responsible position and in some organizations a Technician position may bear some similarity to a skilled trades position. Senior positions may exercise functional supervision over more junior positions or other support positions.Engineering Technologist ‑ Chemical ‑ Senior
Typically, these jobs provide technical support and back up to an engineering program in their related discipline, but in some organizations, they may work independently in their field of expertise. Such positions may be involved in one or more of the following activities: designing, preparing technical drawings and/or drawing up or interpreting technical specifications, preparing estimates, project implementation, developing/testing prototypes, conducting tests, trouble‑shooting equipment, products or components, problem analysis, including compilation and analysis of data and reporting of results. Technologists are generally seen to be the more responsible position and in some organizations a Technician position may bear some similarity to a skilled trades position. Senior positions may exercise functional supervision over more junior positions or other support positions.Extruder Operator / Extrusion Operator
Operates screw or other types of extruding equipment. Controls first stage processing as part of a multi‑step process that synthesizes raw materials/chemicals/ingredients into final industrial or consumer products. May performs physical or chemical tests on products during processing using standard test equipment and procedures. Collects and identifies samples of product for laboratory or quality control analysis as appropriate. Maintains log of operating conditions for correlation of chemical processes & shift production. See also 2nd Stage Process Operator.Factory Clerk
Ability to follow verbal instructions. Keeps all shop records up to date and assists the foreman in various clerical duties. Issues work orders to various operators. Posts and extends time and job tickets and checks for accuracy before forwarding to payroll department. Makes out receiving reports & does general filing. Takes orders at stores wicket, registers and delivers same to proper section leader.
Filling Machine Operator
Operates filling machine to fill appropriate containers (cans, drums, pails, etc.) of various sizes. Responsible for related activities such performing changeovers and adjustments necessary to keeping machine running properly (including strainers, filters and so on). Cover, move and label containers as appropriate.
Floater Provides support and relief to designated job functions. May perform daily housekeeping duties. Duties may also include training new operators and ensuring that all rework/repair procedures are followed. Minimum qualifications include high school education and two or more years assembly/operator experience.Forging Machine Operator (NEW)
Operate gas or oil fired furnaces to heat metal to proper temperature prior to forging. Place metal pieces in furnace using hand tongs or overhead cranes and remove from furnace when colour of metal indicates proper forging temperature, or load and unload furnace with automatic conveyor. Position heated or cold metal pieces, on die of press or other forging machinery. Operate presses or other forging machines to perform hot or cold forging by flattening, straightening, twisting, forming, drawing. Upsetting, splitting, cutting, punching, piercing, bending, coining, or other operations to shape or form metal. Position and adjust dies on anvil of forging machinery using overhead cranes or other hoisting devices and hand tools.Fork Lift Truck Operator
Picks up and transports materials to various departments, yard areas and storage points, using a powered fork lift truck. Loads and unloads trucks and freight cars. Qualified operator required to be competent in the handling and care of the truck. Exercises care for the safety of personnel, property and materials at all times. Requires a general knowledge of plant layout and production procedures. Works under supervision.Furnace, Kiln, Oven or Dryer Operator/Tender
Operate or tend heating equipment engaged in a variety of processes, depending on type of product/production methodology. Machines would include those used to bake fiberglass or painted products, fuse glass or enamel to metal products, anneal glass, roast sulfur, carbonize coal, boil soap, cure rubber, petroleum processing and so on. Dryer operators using/tending machines to remove moisture from paper, chemicals, etc. Kiln operators using/tending machines to dry lumber, bake clay products, etc. For jobs using baking, drying, etc. equipment in food processing industries, see Roasting, Baking and/or Drying Machine Operator/Tender. General Labourer / Utility Worker (Inside) Ability to follow verbal or written instructions in the various departments. Not engaged on any particular job or occupation, but serves as an unskilled worker doing miscellaneous jobs as required.General Maintenance Worker ‑ Grade 1
Perform general maintenance work, usually in a plant setting, to maintain structures, electrical systems, machinery, heating, plumbing and so on. Work requires knowledge of various trade fundamentals sufficient to dealing with general repair work. Works with minimum supervision to perform necessary repairs and related maintenance work. Usually has one or more assistants or helpers to instruct and assist in performing the work.General Maintenance Worker ‑ Grade 2 / Maintenance Helper
Similar to above, but would not have any responsibility to instruct others; instead would typically assist more senior worker(s) in the performance of work. Alternatively, work required is generally less complex in nature or on a smaller scale.Grinder ‑ Surface
Set up, adjust and operate a surface grinder to finish surfaces. May require blocking, aligning and securing of irregular shapes. Operator may select speeds, feeds, wheels within limits of prescribed operating procedures. May be required to change wheels and make related adjustments for varying finishing requirements. Requires sound knowledge of grinding practices and finishing requirements.Operates and supervises furnace fuelled by gas, electricity or solid fuel. Understands pyrometer and gauge readings. Knows reactions of carbonizing, cyaniding, annealing, pearlitone, casehardenings, etc. Has a thorough knowledge of steels and is capable of following metallurgist's specifications and instructions. Injection Moulding Machine Operator Operates an injection moulding machine to form product from thermo‑plastic material. Loads pre‑mixed plastic powders or plastic pellets into the machine hopper, and starts machinery. Responsible for maintaining proper temperature and pressure and conducting an initial inspection for visual defects. May also trim excess material from product.
Heat Treat OperatorInstrument / Calibration Technician ‑ Instrument Mechanic
Installs, calibrates, maintains and repairs instruments and gauges used for indicating, controlling and recording pressure, temperature, humidity mass flow, etc., including combustion meters and gauges. Checks the electrical and mechanical operating functions.Dismantles instruments, replaces worn or broken parts, fabricates new and/or repairs worn parts. Assembles and installs instruments on testing apparatus. Capable of diagnose, locating and rectifying breakdowns, analyzing and recording findings and improvising temporary set‑ups to prevent interruption of a process. May collaborate with engineers on the proving‑in of complex instrumentation.Inventory Control Clerk
Monitors inventory levels and compiles reports recording the quantity, type and value of materials, equipment and stock on hand using manual or computerized inventory systems. Reconciles calculated inventories with regular physical counts. May prepare requisition orders to replenish materials, equipment and stock. May also be responsible for verifying receipt of all receiver information. Qualifications include high school and at least six months experience in an inventory control environment.Janitor
Cleans and sweeps shop/office areas. Work includes sweeping, washing and polishing floors, cleaning interior windows, dusting and polishing furniture and fixtures, removing scrap paper and trash. Cleans washrooms and replenishes supplies. Conforms with routine. May be required to maintain heating systems.NC/CNC Lathe Operator
Set up and operate numeric or computer controlled lathe to perform multiple machining and cutting operations. Work from blueprints. Load work, control programs and make trial runs as appropriate. Use automatic or manual measuring devices to set and position cutting tools; correct and reposition as necessary.Lead Hand / Team Leader
Involved in coordinating production which may involve scheduling work orders, hours of work and vacations. Responsible for diagnosing and solving production problems. Instructs and assists team members. May assume supervisory responsibilities. For job with similar responsibilities, but in shipping area, see also Shipping Foreman.Machine and Bench Operator ‑ Miscellaneous
Operates miscellaneous equipment on light repetitive work using simple jigs, dies, fixtures, templates, etc., or punch presses, riveting machines, circular shears, drill press and so on.NC/CNC (Numerically/Computer Controlled) Machine Operator ‑ Grade 1
Sets up and operates computer‑controlled machine performing various operations on different material stock. Operator may be responsible for programming or otherwise formatting operating instructions, loading and unloading stock, as well as setting up, adjusting and monitoring as required. Typically capable of overriding programmed instructions and manually performing the required operation or performing in‑process adjustments as required. Required to inspect machined parts to ensure job specifications are maintained. Usually trained and certified on machine.NC/CNC (Numerically/Computer Controlled) Machine Operator ‑ Grade 2
Similar to Grade 1 (above), but machining operations may be less complex, less varied or less demanding in terms of tolerance and finish requirements. May work under closer supervision than Grade 1 job. Requires less experience in shop/machine practices and procedures.Machine & Tooling Inspectors (NEW)
Verify dimensions of machined parts or tooling using micrometers, verniers, calipers, height gauges, optical comparators, coordinate measuring machines (CMM) or other specialized measuring instruments. Maintain, repair and calibrate precision measuring instruments such as dial indicators, fixed gauges, height gauges and other measuring devices. Report deviations from specifications and tolerances to supervisor. Maintain inspection records and complete inspection reports.Machinist (Production) ‑ Grade 1
Sets up and operates various types of machines such as lathes, milling machines, boring mills, grinders, etc. and performs progressive machining operations for complicated apparatus or equipment with very close tolerances or unusual requirements. Fits and assembles where necessary. Performs highly diversified work on steel, copper, brass, die castings and cast iron.Machinist (Production) ‑ Grade 2
Sets up and operates various types of machines and performs progressive machining operations for apparatus or equipment with ordinary tolerances or requirements. Fits and assembles where necessary. Ability to read standard blueprints and sharpen own tools for standard jobs.Maintenance Machinist ‑ Grade 1
Dismantles and assembles complicated machines to determine cause of trouble and remedies same with a minimum of supervision. Highly skilled operator working on a diversified line of machine work where precision is necessary. Machine work requiring skill in scraping and fitting on assembly. Capable of making own replacement parts requiting operation of lathes, shapers, millers, grinders, etc., and working to very close tolerance. Makes camshafts, gears, bearings, keys, cams, etc. Rebuilds, converts, and builds special machines.Maintenance Machinist ‑ Grade 2
Performs machine repairs requiring skill in scraping and fitting and replacing bearings, aligning gibs in punch presses, and levelling ways on lathes, etc. Skilled repairman working on a diversified line of machine operations to make some replacement parts. Works under supervision.Maintenance Machinist ‑ Grade 3
Performs general repairs on standard type and small machines such as drills, small presses, etc. Does ordinary repairs on simple machines and equipment. Makes new parts from samples and fits same. Does minor repairs on shapers, millers, lathes, etc.Material Handler
Moves, lifts, and piles material using hand trucks and other devices as required. Moves material between departments, ensuring that proper routing of material is followed. Keeps elevator passages cleared. Moves material to and from elevator when necessary. Sees that sufficient supply of tote boxes and trucks are maintained in department. Metalworking Machine Operators (NEW) Read specifications or follow verbal instructions. Set up and operate one or more light or heavy metalworking machines. Operate machines or equipment which weld, solder, bolt, screw or rivet metal parts together. Check products for correct shapes, dimensions and other specifications. May select and transport material to work area manually or using crane or hoist. May build staging or scaffolding as required for heavy metalworking jobs. May clean or lubricate equipment and replace parts as required.Millwright ‑ Grade 1
Primarily concerned with installing, changing layout and setting up machines usually of the heavy type, rather than keeping them in a state of good repair (see Machine Repair). Performs installations, including the setting of footings, studs, levelling ways, positioning motors, countershafts, etc. Very little supervision.Millwright ‑ Grade 2
Moves and installs standard equipment such as lathes, boring mills, etc., under supervision. May oil machines, change belts, etc. Mould Maker Create the moulds according to blueprints using tools that cut and polish the mould. Fix or modify moulds that are not working or require a design change. Must be able to read the blueprint of the mould’s design and interpret that design into a three-dimensional solid object. Moulding Process Operator (NEW) Set up and operate one or more moulding machines which mould products according to specifications. Change moulds and adjust equipment for production line change. Troubleshoot, maintain and make minor repairs to equipment. Monitor quality of material produced and adjust machine settings as required. Follow formulation card to mix resin batches for injection mould process. Maintain inventory of material, and clean working area.Oiler
Circulates through manufacturing departments and lubricates machines, presses, motors, conveyors, etc. Must have general knowledge of factory machinery, proper points to oil, proper lubricants to use. Reports cases of motors and equipment in poor condition, loose mountings, overheating. Hazards ‑ climbing ladders, proximity to moving belts and shafts.Packager
Operates machine that performs packaging functions such as bundling, filling, labelling, sorting, sealing, weighing and so on. May be responsible for obtaining required supplies and/or replacing or assembling cartons or containers. Depending upon degree of automation, may insert, pour, or fill containers with product or may tend machine which performs same functions (as appropriate, see also FILLING MACHINE OPERATOR). Depending on degree of automation, may count, weigh or measuring amounts or may adjusting quantities by tending machine. May insert fillers and liners or pads. May perform related functions such as wrapping protective material around product. May sort packaged product by weight or content & record weight, time, and date of filled containers.Packaging‑Machine Mechanic / Adjuster
Sets up and adjusts packaging machines to perform one or more functions. Changes parts according to shape and size of product. Adjusts mechanisms using hand tools. Lubricates machines and conveyors attached to machine. Starts and observes machine to detect malfunctions and makes minor adjustments or repairs. Verifies conformance of packaged product with packaging specifications. May instruct tender in use of machine. Painter/Sprayer (Production) Performs paint operations on metal parts, large equipment, etc. Mixes paint, lacquer, enamel to specified colour and consistency. Performs diversified work with little supervision. Produces work to colour schemes involving expert knowledge and experience in decorative spraying, shading, two‑tone work and matching colours. Job requires knowledge of composition and proper use of different painting materials, such as ground coats, fillers, etc.Picker‑Packer / Order Filler ‑ Grade 1
Performs selection and packing operations on a highly diversified line of parts or products. Responsible for matching required parts/products to order. Very little repetitive work. Care and precaution necessary in selecting from correct bins/storage areas and packing non‑standard items. If performing packing function, packing would be manual, i.e. may prepare, pack and nail down crates. Apply labels and stencils as required. While packing, may weigh, inspect and record quantity of articles packed.Picker‑Packer / Order Filler ‑ Grade 2
Performs work on a limited variety of parts or products or fills standardized orders from a more limited selection of parts/products than Grade 1. Some care and precaution necessary. May prepare, pack and nail down crates. Works under supervision. May record quantity of articles packed. Pipefitter (Steamfitter) Installs and maintains either high or low‑pressure system of piping and fitting for conducting steam, water, oil, and other liquids and gases, used in heating, cooling, lubricating or other industrial systems. Diagnoses and repairs faulty systems. Measures, cuts, threads, and bends pipe to shape and makes all appropriate connections to equipment and appliances. Works under little supervision.Plater
Set up and perform electroplating processes to obtain finishes such as copper, chromium, nickel, cadmium, etc., on a diversified range of parts or products. Use formulas, temperatures, plating cycles, control settings and cleaning methods as specified. Maintain solutions for cleaning and plating processes. Responsible for ensuring proper densities/desired plate thickness.Plumber – Maintenance
Assembles, installs and repairs pipes, fittings and fixtures of heating, water, and drainage systems, according to specifications and plumbing codes. Plan and prepare working drawings to decide tools/equipments required and working steps of installations. Repairs and maintenances pluming system in good conditions.Polish and Buff Operator
Performs finishing buffing and polishing on chrome, nickel, copper and aluminum parts. Removes imperfections, die scratches, etc. on a variety of metal parts to meet required inspection standards for plating and painting. Prepares buffing wheels for various classes of work. Requires good working knowledge of various buffing and polishing compounds.Power Brake Operator
Plans sequence of operations, sets up and operates power brake for diversified line of work. Selects and mounts dies in proper sequence, sets gauges and makes necessary adjustments to produce parts in accordance with tolerances and requirements. From drawings or patterns calculates girth of stock required in the full range of material thicknesses. Ensures that parts are properly lubricated. Determines when dies need replaning.Power Saw Operator ‑ Metal
Set up and operate various sizes and types of power saws (i.e. hack, band or abrasive) to cut stock material to prescribed length or shape. Adjust speeds and feeds as appropriate. Typically responsible for handling and storage of stock materials.Printer
Responsible for the production of good quality printing and duplicating according to established guidelines and within equipment capabilities. Performs a wide variety of printing and duplicating related operations including equipment set‑up, adjustments, preventative maintenance and clean‑up, and ordering of supplies. Operates a variety of department equipment for preparatory, printing and finishing functions. Provides information and counselling to users of printing and duplicating services as appropriate and upon request.Precision Electrical/Electronic Component Assemblers
Assemble or modify prototypes or final assemblies of electrical or electronic components, such as control systems, test equipment, computer boards and components, telemetering systems, etc. Includes only those workers who primarily assemble electrical/electronic components that demand a high degree of precision such as circuit boards, etc. For other complicated and intricate assembly work, see also Assembler, Grade 1.Production Helper / Trades Helper
Assists production workers with various types of work, including assisting in loading machines, positioning materials, setting up jobs, removing materials or performing other basic operations. Close supervision.Production Process Operator ‑ Miscellaneous
Controls and operates processing units or machines by monitoring control panels, gauges and so on. Must verify appropriate processing conditions are being maintained. This position is intended to be a generic match for a variety of miscellaneous production process operators in industries such as food processing, chemicals, etc. Pulp Mill Machine Operator (NEW) Operate and monitor screening equipment, bleaching equipment, digesters, mixing tanks, washers, and other pulp processing machinery and equipment to carry out one or more cellulose processing steps. Observe equipment and machinery panel indicators, gauges, level indicators and other equipment instruments to detect machinery and equipment malfunctions and ensure process steps are carried out according to specifications. Communicate with pulping control operator to make process adjustments and start up or shut down machinery and equipment as required. Collect processing samples and conduct titration tests, pH readings, specific density tests and other routine tests on pulp and solutions. Maintain and complete production reports. Punch Press Operator ‑ Heavy Press (set up and operate) Sets up and operates punch presses to perform a diversified line of work involving the use of large blanking, drawing, piercing, combination and progression dies. Usually works on presses of 75‑ton capacity and over. Usually on presses of 75 tons and over. Detects faulty operation and notifies superior when dies need sharpening. Punch Press Operator ‑ Light Press (set up and operate) Sets up and operates punch presses on small or medium sized parts, on standard blanking, drawing, piercing dies, etc. Usually works on presses up to 75 tons.Punch Press, Set‑Up
Responsible for setting up any punch press in the plant but usually on presses over 75 tons capacity. Sets up required machine; makes necessary adjustments to produce sample. Has part and set‑up approved by inspection department. Instructs operator on the job. Makes necessary changes or minor repairs to some dies to keep job going. Responsible for safety devices to be attached to punch press or around die.Quality Control/ Inspection and Testing ‑ Grade 1
Performs final inspection for dimensional accuracy of highly diversified or complex parts and assemblies and for performance of complicated equipment. Applies a broad knowledge of inspection practices and procedures in devising intricate and unusual measuring, gauging or testing set‑ups, in making complex inspection layouts, and in isolating and analyzing defective operating conditions. Interprets highly complex mechanical and/or circuit drawings, specifications and other technical data. May recommend changes to assist in solving operational and technical difficulties. May determine cause of defects and make recommendations for the disposition of rejects.Quality Control/ Inspection and Testing ‑ Grade 2
Performs diversified first piece sampling or final bench or floor inspection of parts and processes on moderately complex equipment, assemblies and products for conformance to drawings, specifications or other inspection data. Allowable variations are prescribed but the inspection procedure may involve a sequence of inspection operations, operating tests or adjustments to check dimensional accuracy and\or operating efficiency. Applies a knowledge of inspection practices and procedures in devising, gauging, measuring or testing set‑ups and making inspection layouts of moderate complexity. May be responsible for stopping production or informing foreman in case of excessive defects.Quality Control/ Inspection and Testing ‑ Grade 3
Performs repetitive operational or final bench inspection and tests on a variety of parts and products. Follows standardized methods using direct reading and adjustable gauges, test sets, checking fixtures, precision measuring instruments, surface table. Approves or rejects parts. Makes reports on rejects.Quality Control/ Inspection and Testing ‑ Grade 4
Highly repetitive, short cycle inspection operations using direct reading instruments, gauges and test sets of "go" and "no go" type repetitively or against fixed samples. Visual examination of parts and products, rejecting units having obvious deformities or flaws. Makes reports on rejects. Receiver (See also related shipping & Shipper/Receiver jobs below) Trained operator familiar with receiving procedure. Responsible for the check of all incoming stock against packing slips or copy of purchase order as regards weight, part number, etc. Makes out reports on shortages. Notifies inspection department and issues claims for damaged goods. Routes incoming material to factory. Not much supervision.
Roasting, Baking and/or Drying Machine Operator/Tender (Food, Tobacco, etc.) Operate or tend roasting, baking, or drying equipment use to reduce moisture content of product (such as cocoa and coffee beans, pasta products, grain, etc.); to roast product (such as grain, nuts, coffee beans, etc.); to bake product (such as bread); or to process food in preparation for canning. Machines operated would include hearth ovens, kiln driers, roasters, char kilns, steam ovens, and vacuum drying equipment. These would primarily relate to food industry jobs ‑ for other types of Oven and Drier Operators, see Furnace, Kiln, Oven or Dryer Operator/Tender above).Roll Form Machine Set‑Up Person
Sets up various types of metal forming/shaping machines to bend/roll metal sheet stock as specified by work order or drawings. Must be familiar with the thickness and other properties of metals used in order to position, align, and adjust machine, and in some cases to instruct other operators in special handling techniques. Responsible for clearing jams and correcting minor malfunctions as well as identifying the need for specific repairs to supervisor. Roll-Tube Setter (Roll Setter; Pipe Mill) Installs and adjusts rolls on sizing, forming, and welding mill to produce pipe or tube of specified outside diameter, following job specifications. Reads mill schedule to determine size of product to be produced. Select rolls and installs rolls on mill. Sets and adjusts bolts to position rolls on mill. Sets controls to regulate speed of mill. Measures outside diameter of product to determine conformance to specifications. Adjusts rolls on mill to obtain products of specified dimensions. Second‑stage Process Operator ‑ Chemicals, Plastics, etc. Controls second stage processing as part of a multi‑step process that converts first‑stage materials into industrial or consumer products. Examples would include weaving machine operators, finishers, deburrers and so on. Function may vary depending upon product and materials. May performs physical or chemical tests on products during processing using standard test equipment and procedures. Collects and identifies samples of product for laboratory or quality control analysis as appropriate. Maintains log of operating conditions for correlation of chemical processes and shift production.
Security Guard
Guards entrance of Company premises either during operating hours or afterwards. Responsible for signing in visitors and issuing passes as required. Makes periodic tour of the premises to check for fire or theft and may inspect outgoing traffic to prevent unauthorized removal of Company product or property.Separating/Filtering/Clarifying/Precipitating Machine Operator
Operate or tend machines such as filter presses, shaker screens, centrifuges, condenser tubes, precipitator tanks, fermenting tanks, evaporating tanks, scrubbing towers and batch stills. These machines extract, sort, or separate liquids, gases, or solid materials from other materials in order to recover a refined product or material. For jobs where equipment operated controls chemical changes or reactions, see Chemical Reaction Equipment Operator/Tender. Shear Operator (Power) Cuts metal sheets, rods, plates or objects to required size or length with a power press equipped with cutting blades instead of dies. Sets stops and gauges, feeds metal under blade and against stops, depresses pedal actuating shear blade. May lay out cutting lines. Works to blueprints and templates, and should be accurate to 1/64" in length and width. Sets both front and back gauges to maintain required accuracy. Shears material to get a maximum number of parts with a minimum of scrap.Sheet Metal Worker
Required to lay out and develop sheet metal work. Lays out work for cutting and shearing to required size and shape. Sets and operates shears and press brake. Straightens after welding. Reads blueprints, works with little supervision. Thorough knowledge of manufacturing methods and shop practice required for efficient economical completion of project and use of plant equipment. May set dies, guards and gauges on punch presses and perform necessary operations.
Shipper ‑ Grade 1
Trained operator familiar with procedure. Responsible for checking against orders for quantity, correct material, weight, proper address markings. Sees that trucks are properly loaded to avoid damage to material. Makes out bills of lading and posts weights and shipping charges. May show proper routes.Shipper ‑ Grade 2
Works under supervision. Helps in checking material or handles standard line of material. Does general shipping including loading and packaging.Shipper/Receiver
An experienced operator who is fully familiar with both shipping and receiving procedures. Responsible for checking of incoming goods against packing slips and/or purchase orders and preparing reports on shortages or damaged goods. Also responsible for arranging for shipping of goods to customers, and preparing bills of lading. Works under general supervision.Shipping Clerk/Shipping Checker
Provides basic support function in shipping department, including assembling orders, counting and/or weighing, moving containers/materials to designated locations. Records time, date, quantity and other appropriate statistics as required. Compare lot numbers on containers/packages with numbers on shipping orders. Notify superior of errors.Shipping Foreman
Oversees certain aspects of shipping function and those performing work in shipping department but, unlike a Shipping Supervisor or Warehouse Manager, would not normally have full supervisory authority over personnel in department. May have have power to make personnel recommendations and/or advise those with full authority. May be responsible for a particular shift, area or function in shipping department.Silk Screen Operator
Set up and operate screen printer on a wide variety of custom and standard circuit boards, instrument panels and other miscellaneous parts/components which require precise registration and ink penetration. May make simple holding or aligning devices as required. Select and clean screen and fixtures, select inks/paints, mixing and thinning as necessary. Check and touch up definition on work as necessary.Slitter Operator
Operates slitting machine to tight tolerances. Must be familiar with thickness, dimension and other properties of the materials used in order to position, align and adjust machine. May also be responsible for minor repairs.Stationary Engineer ‑ Grade 2
A Second Class Engineer operates and takes charge as Chief Engineer of a high pressure stationary steam plant of 200 to 600 horsepower, a low pressure steam plant or refrigeration plant of unlimited horsepower, or operates as Shift Engineer under the direction of Certificated Chief Engineer any plant of unlimited horsepower. Must hold a Second Class Certificate issued upon examination by the Board.Stationary Engineer ‑ Grade 3
A Third Class Engineer operates and takes charge as Chief Engineer of a high pressure steam plant of 75 to 200 horsepower, a low pressure steam plant of 200 or 600 horsepower, or a refrigeration plant not exceeding 400 horsepower, or operates as Shift Engineer under the direction of a Certificated Chief Engineer a high pressure steam plant of 200 to 600 horsepower, or a low pressure steam plant or refrigeration plant of unlimited horsepower. Must hold a Third Class Certificate issued upon examination by the Board.Stationary Engineer ‑ Grade 4
A Fourth Class Engineer operates and takes charge as Chief Engineer of a high pressure steam plant not exceeding 75 horsepower, a low pressure steam plant not exceeding 200 horsepower, or any portable compressor, or operates as Shift Engineer under the direction of Certificated Chief Engineer a high pressure steam plant not exceeding 200 horsepower, a low pressure steam plant not exceeding 400 horsepower. Must hold a Fourth Class Certificate issued upon examination by the Board.Storekeeper ‑ Grade 1
Trained operator familiar with factory stores methods. Responsible for one or any section of stores as required. Checks incoming orders against items listed on requisitions or invoices. Counts grades or weighs the material. Responsible for proper storage of materials in bins or racks according to size and part number; responsible for issuing proper materials against order. Sees that general good housekeeping is in force. Responsible for inventory in his/her section. Not much supervision.Storekeeper ‑ Grade 2
Works under supervision. Lays out stock for either special or standard orders; places stock in proper bins; helps conduct inventory. Delivers material to factory departments.Tool and Die Maker ‑ Grade 1
Work requires highest degree of specialized skill and knowledge of tool building practices. Extreme accuracy and skill required to make difficult dies, tools, gauges, jigs etc. to very close tolerances. Lays out and does jobs from start to finish, including tool proving, with little or no supervision using all tool room equipment. Calculates angles and distances. Makes dies or tools from sample parts or sketch, and to produce dies and tools in minimum of time. Hardens and tempers; makes draw dies requiring development, sectional dies, compound dies and dies with automatic feeding mechanisms. Makes drill and profile templates to close tolerances. Repairs very difficult jigs, dies and fixtures.Tool and Die Maker ‑ Grade 2
Plans and constructs wide variety of ordinary tools, dies, fixtures, and gauges to very close tolerances, or constructs more complex units where design is available. Performs development work, layout and difficult tool room machine operations. Does skilled fitting, timing and adjusting, e.g. combination dies for parts of irregular contour, box type drill jigs with difficult locating or nesting features, ordinary index milling fixtures. Duties include tool proving and repairs.Tool Room Machine Operator / Tool Machine Operator
Plans and performs machine set ups and operations to produce a variety of tool, die and fixture parts. May specialize principally on one machine or operate a combination of machines, depending on processes and practices. Set ups exacting, but not necessarily difficult. May be required to grind tooling to meet varying conditions and materials. Work under general supervision, subject to final checks/inspection. Requires good knowledge of machining practices.
Tool Crib Attendant/Toolkeeper
Familiar with the various types of tools used either in the tool room or for production. Sharpens drills and has sufficient experience to know when to send cutters, reamers, etc. to the tool room for sharpening. Responsible for keeping stock up to minimum requirements and for ordering replacement items when necessary. May operate power hack‑saw. Works under supervision.Tractor Trailer Driver
Drives tractor trailer on inner‑city or inter‑city deliveries and pick‑ups. Responsible for the general maintenance of the vehicle and for obtaining proper signatures on the deliveries and checking quantities of goods received. May assist in the loading or unloading of trailer as well as with the "drop" and "hook" of trailer.Truck Driver ‑ Licensed
Drives a truck making pickups and deliveries within a city or industrial area. Checks quantities of goods received. Obtains proper signature for deliveries. May load or unload truck with or without helpers. Makes minor repairs and ensures that truck is regularly serviced for oil, grease and washing. Van / Car Delivery Driver (Without special licence) Operates light capacity vans without special class of licence. Specializes in arranging delivery routes according to calls to be made. Must ensure that load is arranged in such a manner as to minimize time required to locate specific deliveries. Responsible for routine security and maintenance of vehicle.Warehouse Worker
Responsible to a warehouse supervisor or section leader. Takes part in all stock‑handling duties such as shelving, order filling, loading and unloading trucks and freight cars. May operate automatic loader and lift truck. May assist in packing, shipping, and receiving.Welder ‑ Maintenance
Plans and performs sequence of cutting and welding operations for a wide shafts, gears, castings; fabricates cabinets, racks, railings; general maintenance work. Works with various types and sizes of metals such as boiler plate, stainless steel, aluminum, cast and wrought iron, brass and bronze, using various methods such as metallicarc, oxy‑acetylene, heli‑arc, brazing or soldering. Welds in all positions. Works with other maintenance groups to perform a variety of welding operations. Assists in maintenance and construction work as required, such as sheet metal layout and fabrication etc. Reads drawings; capable of pressure welding. Works under minimum supervision.Welder ‑ Arc
Performs diversified hand welding operations in all positions on a variety of assemblies and products. Produces neat joints of proper penetration and fusion to ensure mechanical strength requirements are met. Performs water, air and oil‑tight work according to A.S.M.E. code. May perform carbon‑arc welding using carbon or graphite electrode with or without the use of filler metal. Operates machine, regulates current and voltage, selects electrode type and size. In smaller shops, may perform general maintenance welding on machines, castings, gears, etc.Welder - Flame Cutter
Determines best method for job and selects appropriate equipment. Cleans and prepares surfaces. According to drawing specifications sets up components to be welded in jig or fixture. Sets up template to guide cutting and controls torch by hand or machine. Cleans and smoothes parts.
Welder ‑ Spot
Performs resistance or spot welding on a variety of parts or products following standard procedures. Diversified work, positioning parts with or without fixtures. Regulates current, pressure and time, selects electrodes and holders. Required to produce welds of proper fusion and strength to meet varying material and strength Assembler ‑ Grade 1 requirements.