Mixing and Blending Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders set up, operate, or tend machines to mix or blend materials, such as chemicals, tobacco, liquids, color pigments, or explosive ingredients.
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- Mixing and Blending Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders
Manufacturing
What do they typically do
- Mix or blend ingredients by starting machines and mixing for specified times
- Weigh or measure materials, ingredients, or products to make sure they meet requirements
- Add or mix chemicals or ingredients for processing, using hand tools or other devices
- Observe production or monitor equipment to make sure it operates safely and efficiently
- Collect samples of materials or products for laboratory testing
- Read work orders to determine production specifications or information
- Dump or pour specified amounts of materials into machinery or equipment
- Compound or process ingredients or dyes, according to formulas
Number of Jobs
Average Annual
Job Growth +0.7%
Job Openings 621
Education & Training
- Education These occupations usually require a high school diploma.Associated Programs or MajorsLicense
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