Ornamental-Metal Worker
Set up and operate machines to fabricate ornamental metal products.
Straightening Roll Operator
Operate rolling machines to straighten warped or bent metal plates. Also known as Bar-Straightening-Machine Operator See More
Operates rolling machine to straighten warped or bent metal plates, bars, or sheets: Threads workpiece between rolls of machine manually or with crane. Turns handwheels or nuts to adjust tension between one or more sets of aligned drive and adjustment rolls. Pulls lever to move workpiece through rolls of machine. Hammers or pries workpiece into alignment, using hammer or pry bar. Examines work for straightness, using straightedge and plumb bob. Inserts shims under bulges and repeats process to straighten workpiece to specifications. May be designated by product straightened as Bar-Straightening-Machine Operator; Plate Roller; Wire-Straightening-Machine Operator.
Personality Traits
Levelheaded: You hold your emotions in check, even in tough situations.
Team Player: You're able to listen, communicate, and work with tons of different people.
Trustworthy: You are known for your personal integrity and honesty.
Salary and Education
How much does a
Straightening Roll Operator make?
Nationally: $22,000 – $55,000
Main education level: High School
source: US Dept of Labor
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