Ornamental-Metal Worker
Set up and operate machines to fabricate ornamental metal products.
Aluminum Hydroxide Process Operator
Tend equipment to process ammonia solutions and aluminum sulfates. Also known as Ethylene-Oxide Panelboard Operator See More
Tends steam-jacketed kettles, mixing tanks, filter press, string filter, and related equipment to process ammonia solution and aluminum sulfate into aluminum hydroxide: Meters water into steam-jacketed kettle and sets thermostat at specified temperature. Dumps preweighed bags of aluminum sulfate into kettle, and starts agitator to dissolve ingredient. Meters specified amounts of hot water and ammonia into mixing tank and starts agitator. Pumps aluminum sulfate solution through filter press into heated agitator tank to remove insoluble materials. Pumps ammonia solution to tank with aluminum sulfate solution. Ladles sample of mixture, adds test solution, and observes color reaction to determine degree of precipitation. Adds specified ingredients to mixing tank to complete precipitation, according to results of test. Pumps slurry through string filter to separate aluminum hydroxide from mixture. May replace filtering media and repair equipment, using handtools.
Personality Traits
Levelheaded: You hold your emotions in check, even in tough situations.
Reliable: You can always be counted on to do a good job.
Detail Oriented: You pay close attention to all the little details.
Salary and Education
How much does an
Aluminum Hydroxide Process Operator make?
Nationally: $29,000 – $65,000
Main education level: Certificate
source: US Dept of Labor
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