Elementary process plant occupations n.e.c.

Description

Jobholders in this unit group assist the work of machine operatives and perform a variety of manual tasks in foundries, engineering and allied trades and in other process and plant operations not elsewhere classified in MINOR GROUP 913: Elementary Process Plant Occupations.

Tasks

• assists with the operation of furnaces and the preparation of castings
• assists in setting up attachments on plant and machinery, and operates saws, shears or other equipment
• conveys goods, materials, equipment, etc. to work area, assists in setting up machinery and equipment and prepares tools, lamps and other equipment for use
• assists operative to mark out, bend, drill, galvanise, coat and otherwise machine metal
• loads and unloads vehicles, trucks and trolleys
• removes finished pieces from work area, paints or fixes identification labels or markers on products or containers
• clears machine blockages, cleans machinery, equipment and tools, keeps work area tidy and clears waste and any spillages
• performs a variety of manual tasks in relation to the operation of coke ovens, boilers and blast furnaces.

Educational Requirements

No academic qualifications are required. On-the- job training is provided. NVQs/SVQs may be available in some areas.