Ornamental-Metal Worker
Set up and operate machines to fabricate ornamental metal products.
Assembly Line Machine Operator
Feed components into automatic assembly machines. Also known as Pen or Pencil Assembly Machine Operator
Feeds components, such as barrels, caps, cartridges, and nibs into and removes assembled pens and pencils from automatic assembly machine: Places components in predetermined sequence on revolving spindles or dumps components into hoppers. Lifts assembled pens or pencils from machine spindles and inspects for loose components. Places inspected units on conveyor. May be designated according to component or station as Assembly-Machine Feeder; Assembly-Machine Offbearer; Cartridge Feeder.
Personality Traits
Team Player: You're able to listen, communicate, and work with tons of different people.
Calm Under Pressure: You keep your cool when dealing with highly stressful situations.
Reliable: You can always be counted on to do a good job.
Salary and Education
How much does an
Assembly Line Machine Operator make?
Nationally: $18,000 – $40,000
Main education level: Certificate
source: US Dept of Labor
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