Extruding and Forming Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Synthetic and Glass Fibers
SOC Code: 51-6091 Job Zone 2: Some Preparation Needed
Set up, operate, or tend machines that extrude and form continuous filaments from synthetic materials, such as liquid polymer, rayon, and fiberglass.
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Prevailing Wage Levels (National)
DOL/OFLC prevailing wage thresholds for Extruding and Forming Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Synthetic and Glass Fibers. Hourly rates x 2,080 = annual.
FY2027 Weighted Lottery Impact
| Level | Lottery Entries | Est. Selection Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Level I (Entry) | 1 entry | ~16% |
| Level II (Qualified) | 2 entries | ~31% |
| Level III (Experienced) | 3 entries | ~45% |
| Level IV (Expert) | 4 entries | ~61% |
Prevailing Wages by Metro Area
| Metro Area | Level I | Level II | Level III | Level IV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, MN-WI | $50,378 | $61,194 | $72,010 | $82,826 |
| St. Cloud, MN | $47,507 | $58,032 | $68,557 | $79,082 |
| Northeast Minnesota nonmetropolitan area | $48,630 | $58,427 | $68,224 | $78,021 |
| Western Wisconsin nonmetropolitan area | $44,054 | $53,997 | $63,918 | $73,861 |
| Northwest Minnesota nonmetropolitan area | $47,902 | $56,098 | $64,293 | $72,488 |
| Dayton-Kettering-Beavercreek, OH | $60,986 | $63,024 | $65,042 | $67,080 |
| Springfield, OH | $62,691 | $64,147 | $65,603 | $67,059 |
| Columbus, OH | $58,157 | $61,110 | $64,064 | $67,018 |
| Southern Ohio nonmetropolitan area | $51,043 | $56,264 | $61,485 | $66,706 |
| West Northwestern Ohio nonmetropolitan area | $56,222 | $59,634 | $63,045 | $66,456 |
Key Skills
| Skill | Importance | Level |
|---|---|---|
| Operations Monitoring | 4.0 | |
| Operation and Control | 3.8 | |
| Monitoring | 3.5 | |
| Quality Control Analysis | 3.0 | |
| Complex Problem Solving | 3.0 | |
| Active Listening | 3.0 | |
| Coordination | 3.0 | |
| Speaking | 3.0 | |
| Judgment and Decision Making | 3.0 | |
| Time Management | 3.0 |
Knowledge Areas
| Knowledge | Importance |
|---|---|
| Production and Processing | 3.7 |
| English Language | 3.2 |
| Mathematics | 3.1 |
| Education and Training | 3.1 |
| Mechanical | 3.1 |
| Customer and Personal Service | 2.8 |
| Administration and Management | 2.8 |
| Public Safety and Security | 2.7 |
Education Requirements
| Education Level | % of Workers |
|---|---|
| High school diploma | 74.1% |
| Less than high school | 19.4% |
| Some college | 6.5% |
Typical Tasks
- Set up, operate, or tend machines that extrude and form filaments from synthetic materials such as rayon, fiberglass, or liquid polymers.
- Load materials into extruding and forming machines, using hand tools, and adjust feed mechanisms to set feed rates.
- Move controls to activate and adjust extruding and forming machines.
- Record details of machine malfunctions.
- Notify other workers of defects, and direct them to adjust extruding and forming machines.
- Press buttons to stop machines when processes are complete or when malfunctions are detected.
- Observe machine operations, control boards, and gauges to detect malfunctions such as clogged bushings and defective binder applicators.
- Clean and maintain extruding and forming machines, using hand tools.
Technology Skills
Green = Hot Technology in demand
Microsoft Excel Microsoft Office software Microsoft Outlook Microsoft Word SAP software Apache Hadoop YARN Camstar Manufacturing Execution System MES Operational databases Statistical process control SPC software
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