Seahorse

Tends machine that mixes ingredients, such as dye, oil, sand, sawdust, and water to make sweeping compound: Measures or weighs out ingredients according to formula. Dumps or pours ingredients into mixer. Starts agitator or tumbler and mixes ingredients for specified time. Turns valve to drain mixture into barrels. Weighs barrel on floor scale to determine weight. May clean mixers, scales, kettles, and work area, using rags and solvent. May pack and seal products in wooden cases and label cases and barrels.

Personality Traits


Detail Oriented: You pay close attention to all the little details.

Helpful: You always keep an eye out for what other people need.

Reliable: You can always be counted on to do a good job.

Salary and Education


How much does a Sweeping Compound Blender make?

Nationally: $21,000 – $50,000

Main education level: Certificate

source: US Dept of Labor


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