Helper for Production Workers
Other Titles
Assistant Operator, Helper, Laborer, Machine Operator, Material Handler, Press Helper, Production Worker, Service Person, Support Team Member, Utility Worker
Help production workers by performing duties requiring less skill. Duties include supplying or holding materials or tools, and cleaning work area and equipment.
Helpers for Production Workers refer to such workers who perform a wide range of simpler tasks in assisting production workers. Such helpers may move production tools and equipment from one place to another as directed by the production workers. In this role, they perform various daily activities such as cleaning and preparing the work area for the workers and ensuring the supply of tools and other materials. They also operate production machinery or assist the operators. A part of their job is to stand by product conveying equipment such as conveyors and conveyances. They load or unload the products from such equipment and transport them to the specified place in the production facility.
Load and unload items from machines, conveyors, and conveyances.
Operate machinery used in the production process, or assist machine operators.
Place products in equipment or on work surfaces for further processing, inspecting, or wrapping.
Examine products to verify conformance to quality standards.
Start machines or equipment to begin production processes.
Observe equipment operations so that malfunctions can be detected, and notify operators of any malfunctions.
Remove products, machine attachments, or waste material from machines.
Lift raw materials, finished products, and packed items, manually or using hoists.
Transfer finished products, raw materials, tools, or equipment between storage and work areas of plants and warehouses, by hand or using hand trucks or powered lift trucks.
Pack and store materials and products.
Help production workers by performing duties of lesser skill, such as supplying or holding materials or tools, or cleaning work areas and equipment.
Count finished products to determine if product orders are complete.
Measure amounts of products, lengths of extruded articles, or weights of filled containers to ensure conformance to specifications.
Separate products according to weight, grade, size, or composition of materials used to produce them.
Turn valves to regulate flow of liquids or air, to reverse machines, to start pumps, or to regulate equipment.
Mark or tag identification on parts.
Dump materials such as prepared ingredients into machine hoppers prior to mixing.
Mix ingredients according to specified procedures or formulas.
Tie products in bundles for further processing or shipment, following prescribed procedures.
Record information, such as the number of products tested, meter readings, or dates and times of product production.
Read gauges or charts, and record data obtained.
Unclamp and hoist full reels from braiding, winding, or other fabricating machines, using power hoists.
Signal coworkers to direct them to move products during the production process.
Clean and lubricate equipment.
Prepare raw materials for processing.
Perform minor repairs to machines, such as replacing damaged or worn parts.
Change machine gears, using wrenches.
Attach slings, ropes, or cables to objects such as pipes, hoses, or bundles.
Position spouts or chutes of storage bins so that containers can be filled.
Wash work areas, machines, equipment, vehicles, or products.
Fold products and product parts during processing.
Break up defective products for reprocessing.
Thread ends of items such as thread, cloth, and lace through needles and rollers, and around take-up tubes.
Cut or break flashing from materials or products.
Active Listening→ Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
Complex Problem Solving→ Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
Coordination→ Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
Critical Thinking→ Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
Monitoring→ Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.
Social Perceptiveness→ Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
Speaking→ Talking to others to convey information effectively.
Handling and Moving Objects→ Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials, and manipulating things.
Performing General Physical Activities→ Performing physical activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling of materials.
Controlling Machines and Processes→ Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines or processes (not including computers or vehicles.
Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events→ Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or similarities, and detecting changes in circumstances or events.
Getting Information→ Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.
Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates→ Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.
Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Material→ Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects.
Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings→ Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment, to detect or assess problems.
Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment→ Servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, and equipment that operate primarily on the basis of mechanical (not electronic principles.
Judging the Qualities of Things, Services, or People→ Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.
Processing Information→ Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying information or data.
Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards→ Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with laws, regulations, or standards.
Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment→ Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, such as forklifts, passenger vehicles, aircraft, or water craft.
Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships→ Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and maintaining them over time.
Making Decisions and Solving Problems→ Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.
Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge→ Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.
Load materials into production equipment.
Remove products or workpieces from production equipment.
Count finished products or workpieces.
Weigh finished products.
Sort materials or products for processing, storing, shipping, or grading.
Adjust equipment controls to regulate flow of water, cleaning solutions, or other liquids.
Mark products, workpieces, or equipment with identifying information.
Mix substances to create chemical solutions.
Notify others of equipment repair or maintenance needs.
Watch operating equipment to detect malfunctions.
Lift materials or workpieces using cranes or other lifting equipment.
Package products for storage or shipment.
Record operational or production data.
Move products, materials, or equipment between work areas.
Signal others to coordinate work activities.
Clean production equipment.
Lubricate production equipment.
Repair production equipment or tools.
Replace worn equipment components.
Install mechanical components in production equipment.
Clean work areas.
Mount attachments or tools onto production equipment.
Clean workpieces or finished products.
Feed materials or products into or through equipment.
Near Vision→ The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
Control Precision→ The ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine or a vehicle to exact positions.
Manual Dexterity→ The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your two hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble objects.
Static Strength→ The ability to exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects.
Trunk Strength→ The ability to use your abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the body repeatedly or continuously over time without 'giving out' or fatiguing.
Arm-Hand Steadiness→ The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while holding your arm and hand in one position.
Finger Dexterity→ The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or both hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble very small objects.
Information Ordering→ The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according to a specific rule or set of rules (e.g. , patterns of numbers, letters, words, pictures, mathematical operations).
Multilimb Coordination→ The ability to coordinate two or more limbs (for example, two arms, two legs, or one leg and one arm) while sitting, standing, or lying down. It does not involve performing the activities while the whole body is in motion.
Problem Sensitivity→ The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does not involve solving the problem, only recognizing there is a problem.
Extent Flexibility→ The ability to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with your body, arms, and/or legs.
Oral Comprehension→ The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.
Oral Expression→ The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand.
Perceptual Speed→ The ability to quickly and accurately compare similarities and differences among sets of letters, numbers, objects, pictures, or patterns. The things to be compared may be presented at the same time or one after the other. This ability also includes comparing a presented object with a remembered object.
Stamina→ The ability to exert yourself physically over long periods of time without getting winded or out of breath.
Computer aided design CAD software -- e.g., Autodesk AutoCAD
Database user interface and query software -- Data entry software
Desktop publishing software -- e.g., Adobe Systems Adobe InDesign; Adobe Systems Adobe FrameMaker; QuarkXPress; Microsoft Publisher; Scribus; Corel Ventura; MadCap Flare; MadCap Software MadCap Flare
Document management software -- e.g., Adobe Systems Adobe Acrobat; Papertrail; Document Warehouse; GreatSoft’s online document management software; EMC Documentum
Electronic mail software -- e.g., Microsoft Outlook
Enterprise resource planning ERP software -- e.g., Sage; Xero; Sapama; ebizframe; Odoo; Macro 2000; SYSPRO ERP; QuickEasy BOS; TrueERP; Microsoft Dynamics; NetSuite ERP; Oracle Hyperion; SAP
Graphics or photo imaging software -- e.g., Adobe Systems Adobe Photoshop; Adobe Systems Adobe Creative Cloud; Adobe Systems Adobe Illustrator; Adobe Systems Adobe Fireworks ; Adobe Systems Adobe Flash ; Adobe Systems Adobe Photoshop; Corel CorelDraw Graphics Suite; Corel Painter GNU Image Manipulation Program GIMP; Microsoft Visio; Trimble SketchUp Pro; SmugMug Flickr
Office suite software -- e.g., Corel WordPerfect Office; Microsoft Office; Google Workspace; Apache OpenOffice.org
Presentation software -- e.g., Google Slides; Apple iWork Keynote; Corel Presentations; Microsoft PowerPoint
Spreadsheet software -- e.g., Corel Quattro Pro; Microsoft Excel; Google Sheets
Word processing software -- e.g., Corel Wordperfect; Microsoft Word; Google Docs
Adjustable wrenches
Box end wrenches→ Ratcheting box wrenches
Claw hammer→ Claw hammers
Floor or platform scales→ Industrial platform scales
Forklifts
Grease guns
Hand trucks or accessories→ Handtrucks
Hoists→ Power hoists
Hydraulic truck cranes→ Hydraulic booms
Jacks→ Hand jacks; Pipe jacks
Label making machines→ Label-making machines
Ladders→ Platform ladders
Locking pliers
Open end wrenches→ Crescent wrenches
Personal computers
Pipe wrenches
Planes→ Planers
Pneumatic hammer→ Jackhammers
Power drills
Power grinders
Power nail guns
Power sanders
Power saws
Precision file→ Precision files
Pressure or steam cleaners→ Pressure wands
Razor knives
Saws→ Hand saws
Screwdrivers→ Phillips head screwdrivers; Straight screwdrivers
Skid steer loaders
Slings→ Material-hoisting slings
Soldering iron→ Soldering equipment
Staple guns
Tape measures→ Measuring tapes
Utility knives
Vacuum cleaners→ Industrial vacuum cleaners
Winches→ Hydraulic winches
Realistic→ Realistic occupations frequently involve work activities that include practical, hands-on problems and solutions. They often deal with plants, animals, and real-world materials like wood, tools, and machinery. Many of the occupations require working outside, and do not involve a lot of paperwork or working closely with others.
Conventional→ Conventional occupations frequently involve following set procedures and routines. These occupations can include working with data and details more than with ideas. Usually there is a clear line of authority to follow.
Attention to Detail→ Job requires being careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks.
Dependability→ Job requires being reliable, responsible, and dependable, and fulfilling obligations.
Cooperation→ Job requires being pleasant with others on the job and displaying a good-natured, cooperative attitude.
Self Control→ Job requires maintaining composure, keeping emotions in check, controlling anger, and avoiding aggressive behavior, even in very difficult situations.
Stress Tolerance→ Job requires accepting criticism and dealing calmly and effectively with high stress situations.
Adaptability/Flexibility→ Job requires being open to change (positive or negative) and to considerable variety in the workplace.
Concern for Others→ Job requires being sensitive to others' needs and feelings and being understanding and helpful on the job.
Independence→ Job requires developing one's own ways of doing things, guiding oneself with little or no supervision, and depending on oneself to get things done.
Integrity→ Job requires being honest and ethical.
Persistence→ Job requires persistence in the face of obstacles.
Initiative→ Job requires a willingness to take on responsibilities and challenges.
Achievement/Effort→ Job requires establishing and maintaining personally challenging achievement goals and exerting effort toward mastering tasks.
Social Orientation→ Job requires preferring to work with others rather than alone, and being personally connected with others on the job.
Support→ Occupations that satisfy this work value offer supportive management that stands behind employees. Corresponding needs are Company Policies, Supervision: Human Relations and Supervision: Technical.
Relationships→ Occupations that satisfy this work value allow employees to provide service to others and work with co-workers in a friendly non-competitive environment. Corresponding needs are Co-workers, Moral Values and Social Service.
Working Conditions→ Occupations that satisfy this work value offer job security and good working conditions. Corresponding needs are Activity, Compensation, Independence, Security, Variety and Working Conditions.