{"schemaVersion":"1.0","exportedAt":"2026-05-15T12:39:52.118Z","occupation":{"soc":"51-6091.00","title":"Extruding and Forming Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Synthetic and Glass Fibers","group":"Production","sector":"31-33","jobZone":2,"jobZoneInferred":false},"framework":{"version":"v.26.05","description":"","contextCovered":"This framework covers the setup, operation, monitoring, maintenance, and leadership of extruding and forming machines used to produce synthetic and glass fiber filaments in an industrial production environment, calibrated to Job Zone 2 preparation levels.","levels":{"emerging":{"label":"Emerging","statements":["Extruding and forming machine controls — activate and adjust under direct supervisor guidance on the production floor.","Raw synthetic materials such as rayon or liquid polymers — load into machine hoppers using hand tools following step-by-step instructions.","Feed mechanisms on extrusion equipment — set to prescribed feed rates under close supervision during initial production runs.","Control boards and gauges — observe and read to identify normal versus abnormal operating conditions with a trainer present.","Machine stop buttons — press promptly when a completed cycle or obvious malfunction is signaled by an alert or supervisor.","Common machine malfunctions such as clogged bushings — recognize visual signs and report immediately to a lead operator.","Hand tools and basic cleaning supplies — use to perform routine cleaning tasks on extruding machines following a written maintenance checklist.","Defect observations on filament output — communicate clearly to co-workers using standard terminology on the production line.","Malfunction details including time, machine ID, and symptom — record in a basic log or database entry form under direction.","Personal protective equipment and safety protocols — follow consistently during machine setup and operation in a fiber manufacturing facility."]},"developing":{"label":"Developing","statements":["Extrusion and forming machines for synthetic and glass fiber production — set up and start up independently following standard operating procedures.","Feed rate adjustments on extruding equipment — perform routinely based on material specifications and observed output quality.","Operations monitoring across multiple gauges and control boards — conduct during a full production shift, escalating issues as needed.","Clogged bushings, defective binder applicators, and other common faults — detect through systematic observation and take corrective first-response actions.","Malfunction records including defect type, frequency, and corrective action taken — maintain accurately in the facility's database or log system.","Adjustments to extruding and forming machines — direct co-workers to make when defects are identified during quality checks.","Routine cleaning and preventive maintenance of extruding machines — carry out on schedule using hand tools and facility maintenance guides.","Quality control checks on extruded filament dimensions and surface finish — perform using standard measurement criteria during normal production runs.","Shift-to-shift communication about machine status and process deviations — deliver clearly to incoming operators and supervisors during handoff.","Spreadsheet or office suite software — use to enter production data, track output volumes, and flag recurring equipment issues."]},"proficient":{"label":"Proficient","statements":["Full extrusion line setup for multiple synthetic and glass fiber product types — execute autonomously, adjusting parameters to meet specification tolerances.","Non-routine machine malfunctions including intermittent faults and unusual wear patterns — diagnose independently and implement corrective actions with minimal downtime.","Production and processing knowledge — apply to troubleshoot polymer flow inconsistencies, temperature deviations, and fiber quality defects across varied production conditions.","Operations monitoring data from control boards, gauges, and industrial control software — analyze to anticipate process drift before defects occur.","Complex quality problems such as off-spec filament diameter or inconsistent binder application — investigate root causes and recommend permanent process corrections.","Maintenance schedules for extruding and forming equipment — manage proactively, coordinating cleaning, tooling changes, and part replacements to sustain uptime.","Enterprise resource planning or database software — use to query production histories, document equipment performance trends, and support process improvement reviews.","Judgment calls on whether to halt production or adjust parameters — make independently when monitoring indicates borderline process conditions.","Cross-functional coordination with quality, maintenance, and materials teams — lead during non-standard production events to resolve issues efficiently.","Time management across simultaneous machine monitoring, quality checks, and administrative documentation — demonstrate consistently during high-demand production shifts."]},"advanced":{"label":"Advanced","statements":["Competency standards and training programs for extruding machine operators — develop and deliver to onboard new hires and upskill existing production staff.","Process parameters for new synthetic or glass fiber product lines — establish by interpreting engineering specifications and conducting trial production runs.","Production floor layout and workflow — redesign or optimize to improve throughput, reduce waste, and enhance operator safety in a fiber manufacturing operation.","Recurring equipment reliability issues — lead root-cause analysis initiatives and implement facility-wide corrective actions in collaboration with engineering and maintenance.","Quality control frameworks and acceptance criteria for extruded fiber products — author and institutionalize across the production department.","Production performance metrics including yield, scrap rate, and machine utilization — monitor at a departmental level and present improvement plans to plant management.","ERP and industrial control software configurations — guide updates or improvements to better capture production data and support operational decision-making.","Continuous improvement projects targeting extrusion process efficiency — champion using structured problem-solving methodologies within the manufacturing environment.","Cross-departmental coordination on materials procurement, scheduling, and capacity planning — lead to ensure fiber extrusion operations align with facility-wide production goals.","Safety culture and compliance standards for synthetic fiber extrusion operations — model, enforce, and refine to meet regulatory requirements and protect the workforce."]}}},"sources":{"onet":"v30.2 (CC BY 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