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Button Cutting Machine Operator
Cut button blanks from shells. Also known as Cloth-Cutting-Machine Operator
Cuts button blanks from shells: Holds shell against machine fixture by hand or using tongs. Moves lever or depresses pedal to advance tubular saw into shell and cut out button blank. Determines location for cuts according to size, shape, and condition of individual shell in order to obtain maximum number of blanks. Replaces dulled saws, using wrenches. May reset and sharpen saws, using hand files.
Personality Traits
Levelheaded: You hold your emotions in check, even in tough situations.
Calm Under Pressure: You keep your cool when dealing with highly stressful situations.
Independent: You enjoy flying solo and doing things your own way.
Salary and Education
How much does a
Button Cutting Machine Operator make?
Nationally: $18,000 – $38,000
Main education level: High School
source: US Dept of Labor
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