Machine Feeder
Other Titles
Dryer Feeder, Feeder, Line Operator, Sawmill Worker, Sewing Line Baler, Tube Puller
Feed materials into or remove materials from machines or equipment that is automatic or tended by other workers.
Machine Feeders and Offbearers are also tasked with removing certain materials from machines at the end of a process. In this role, they determine the amount of materials needed and ensure that the requisite amounts are available for the machine before it starts operation. They also carefully weigh or measure the materials before loading them into the machine. A part of their job is to inspect the materials at the time of loading or unloading to identify any faults or defects. They may also use various tools to load or unload the materials.
Inspect materials and products for defects, and to ensure conformance to specifications.
Record production and operational data, such as amount of materials processed.
Push dual control buttons and move controls to start, stop, or adjust machinery and equipment.
Weigh or measure materials or products to ensure conformance to specifications.
Identify and mark materials, products, and samples, following instructions.
Clean and maintain machinery, equipment, and work areas to ensure proper functioning and safe working conditions.
Load materials and products into machines and equipment, or onto conveyors, using hand tools and moving devices.
Transfer materials and products to and from machinery and equipment, using industrial trucks or hand trucks.
Fasten, package, or stack materials and products, using hand tools and fastening equipment.
Remove materials and products from machines and equipment, and place them in boxes, trucks or conveyors, using hand tools and moving devices.
Shovel or scoop materials into containers, machines, or equipment for processing, storage, or transport.
Open and close gates of belt and pneumatic conveyors on machines that are fed directly from preceding machines.
Add chemicals, solutions, or ingredients to machines or equipment as required by the manufacturing process.
Handling and Moving Objects→ Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials, and manipulating things.
Controlling Machines and Processes→ Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines or processes (not including computers or vehicles.
Getting Information→ Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.
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.
Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Material→ Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects.
Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events→ Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or similarities, and detecting changes in circumstances or events.
Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates→ Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.
Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings→ Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment, to detect or assess problems.
Documenting/Recording Information→ Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in written or electronic/magnetic form.
Record operational or production data.
Operate conveyors or other industrial material moving equipment.
Measure product or material dimensions.
Weigh materials to ensure compliance with specifications.
Mark materials or objects for identification.
Clean facilities or work areas.
Clean machinery or equipment.
Load materials into equipment for processing.
Package materials or products.
Move materials, equipment, or supplies.
Shovel materials.
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.
Control Precision→ The ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine or a vehicle to exact positions.
Rate Control→ The ability to time your movements or the movement of a piece of equipment in anticipation of changes in the speed and/or direction of a moving object or scene.
Reaction Time→ The ability to quickly respond (with the hand, finger, or foot) to a signal (sound, light, picture) when it appears.
Near Vision→ The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
Oral Expression→ The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand.
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).
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.
Oral Comprehension→ The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.
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.
Static Strength→ The ability to exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects.
Production and Processing→ Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.
Mechanical→ Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.
Mathematics→ Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.
Air conveyors→ Pneumatic conveyor systems
Batching plants or feeders→ Hoppers
Belt conveyors→ Conveyor belt systems
Ear plugs→ Protective ear plugs
Electronic actuators→ Feeder consoles
Floor or platform scales→ Digital floor scales
Forklifts→ Wheeled forklifts
Glue roller spreader→ Folder gluers
Grinding machines→ Grinder machines
Hand trucks or accessories→ Warehouse hand trucks
Hoists→ Electric hoists
Label applying machines→ Label applicators
Milling machines
Pallet trucks→ Manual pallet jacks
Personal computers
Power feeder→ Mechanical sheet feeders
Safety glasses→ Protective glasses
Strapping tensioners or sealers→ Strappers
Track cranes→ Overhead track cranes
Winches→ Electric winches
Wrapping machinery→ Machine wrappers
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.
Dependability→ Job requires being reliable, responsible, and dependable, and fulfilling obligations.
Attention to Detail→ Job requires being careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks.
Cooperation→ Job requires being pleasant with others on the job and displaying a good-natured, cooperative attitude.
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.
Self Control→ Job requires maintaining composure, keeping emotions in check, controlling anger, and avoiding aggressive behavior, even in very difficult situations.
Initiative→ Job requires a willingness to take on responsibilities and challenges.
Adaptability/Flexibility→ Job requires being open to change (positive or negative) and to considerable variety in the workplace.
Achievement/Effort→ Job requires establishing and maintaining personally challenging achievement goals and exerting effort toward mastering tasks.
Stress Tolerance→ Job requires accepting criticism and dealing calmly and effectively with high stress situations.
Leadership→ Job requires a willingness to lead, take charge, and offer opinions and direction.
Persistence→ Job requires persistence in the face of obstacles.
Social Orientation→ Job requires preferring to work with others rather than alone, and being personally connected with others on the job.
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.
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.
Independence→ Occupations that satisfy this work value allow employees to work on their own and make decisions. Corresponding needs are Creativity, Responsibility and Autonomy.