Rug Drying Machine Operator
Tend machines that dry spools of dyed carpeting. Also known as Drying-Equipment Operator, Rubber Vulcanizing Machine Operator See More
Tends machine that dries spools of dyed carpeting: Positions spools of wet material on machine brackets and ties ends to asbestos strips in machine. Turns switches to regulate speed of intake and exhaust blowers and to obtain specified temperature from infrared and gas heat units. Starts machine and observes as carpet emerges from discharge end and winds onto spools to determine if drying meets specifications. Observes gauges and adjusts switches to maintain specified temperature in drying chamber. May run carpet through swing-folding attachment as carpet emerges from machine.
Personality Traits
Detail Oriented: You pay close attention to all the little details.
Flexible: You're open to change and think variety is the spice of life.
Team Player: You're able to listen, communicate, and work with tons of different people.
Salary and Education
Nationally: $22,000 – $51,000
Main education level: Certificate
source: US Dept of Labor
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