{"schemaVersion":"1.0","exportedAt":"2026-05-15T12:39:55.360Z","occupation":{"soc":"51-9041.00","title":"Extruding, Forming, Pressing, and Compacting Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders","group":"Production","sector":"31-33","jobZone":2,"jobZoneInferred":false},"framework":{"version":"v.26.05","description":"","contextCovered":"This framework covers machine operation, quality inspection, troubleshooting, documentation, and team leadership within industrial extrusion, forming, pressing, and compacting production environments.","levels":{"emerging":{"label":"Emerging","statements":["Control buttons and activation sequences — identify and press under direct supervisor guidance during machine startup on a production floor.","Machine gauges and indicator lights — observe and recognize normal versus abnormal readings with assistance from a lead operator.","Work orders and specification sheets — read and locate key information such as material type and basic machine settings under close direction.","Hand tools and measuring devices such as templates and scales — use to check product dimensions under direct supervision at an entry-level production station.","Minor jams and loose material buildup — recognize and report to a supervisor before attempting basic clearance on a compacting or forming machine.","Machine speed and pressure controls — adjust to pre-set values following step-by-step written instructions provided by a lead operator.","Production data such as quantities and material types — record onto standardized paper logs or simple digital forms under supervisor review.","Safety protocols and personal protective equipment — follow consistently during all machine operation tasks on the production floor.","Defective or substandard product samples — identify visually using provided reference templates and set aside for supervisor review.","Basic ERP or spreadsheet software — enter production counts and shift data under guidance from a trainer or lead operator."]},"developing":{"label":"Developing","statements":["Machine component adjustments for speed, pressure, and temperature — perform routinely from work order specifications with minimal supervisor involvement on a forming or extrusion line.","Gauges, lights, and auditory signals — monitor continuously during a full shift and distinguish normal variation from developing malfunctions without prompting.","Micrometers and precision scales — use independently to measure and weigh extruded or pressed products and compare results against dimensional standards.","Jams and substandard material flows — clear and resolve using established procedures, minimizing production downtime on a pressing or compacting machine.","Material quantities, meter readings, and product dimensions — record accurately in production logs or ERP systems throughout a standard production shift.","Extruded or formed product quality — evaluate against specifications and notify supervisors promptly when output fails to meet established standards.","Work orders and process instructions — interpret independently to select correct materials, ingredients, and machine settings before each production run.","Machine malfunctions and quality deviations — troubleshoot using familiarity with mechanical components and report findings clearly to maintenance or supervisors.","Spreadsheet and database software — use to retrieve production records, enter shift data, and cross-reference material requirements without assistance.","Verbal and written communication — convey production status, quality concerns, and equipment issues clearly to supervisors and coworkers during shift handoffs."]},"proficient":{"label":"Proficient","statements":["Full machine setup and parameter configuration — execute autonomously for multiple extrusion, forming, or compacting machine types based on complex work order specifications.","Non-routine malfunctions and persistent quality deviations — diagnose root causes using systematic troubleshooting and mechanical knowledge, implementing effective corrective actions.","Dimensional, weight, and conformance inspections — conduct with precision instruments across a range of product types and flag systemic quality trends before they escalate.","Production and processing workflows — optimize material flow, machine sequencing, and cycle times to consistently meet or exceed output targets.","Complex ERP and materials requirements planning software — navigate to manage production schedules, material consumption records, and inventory data across a shift or product line.","Machine component wear and process drift — anticipate through sustained monitoring and proactively adjust settings to maintain product quality throughout extended production runs.","Unfamiliar or non-standard work orders — interpret and translate into accurate machine configurations, material selections, and processing sequences with confidence.","Quality control analysis — apply structured inspection methods across an entire production batch, documenting findings and recommending process adjustments to supervisors or engineers.","Cross-functional communication — articulate technical machine and quality issues clearly to maintenance technicians, engineers, and supervisors to drive timely resolution.","Incident and near-miss documentation — complete thorough written reports using office suite or word processing software to support safety and continuous improvement efforts."]},"advanced":{"label":"Advanced","statements":["Machine setup standards and operating procedures — develop and codify for extrusion, forming, pressing, and compacting lines to ensure consistency across all operators on the floor.","New operator training programs — design and deliver, covering machine activation, monitoring, quality inspection, and documentation practices aligned with production standards.","Production quality metrics and defect trends — analyze across shifts and machine types, leading root-cause investigations and driving corrective action plans at an organizational level.","Continuous improvement initiatives — lead for forming and compacting operations, identifying process inefficiencies and implementing changes that measurably reduce waste and downtime.","ERP and production data systems — champion adoption and accurate use across the production team, serving as the point of expertise for data entry standards and reporting accuracy.","Cross-departmental coordination — lead communication between production, maintenance, quality, and supply chain teams to align machine capacity with material availability and customer demand.","Machine performance benchmarks and production targets — set and communicate to operators and team leads, translating organizational goals into actionable floor-level expectations.","Safety culture and cautious operating practices — model and enforce across the production area, mentoring operators in hazard recognition and risk-reduction behaviors.","Capital equipment evaluations and process technology changes — contribute expert operational input to assessments of new extrusion or compacting machinery under consideration by management.","Workforce scheduling and task allocation — manage across a production shift, matching operator skills to machine assignments to maximize throughput and product quality outcomes."]}}},"sources":{"onet":"v30.2 (CC BY 4.0)","crosswalk":"https://skillscrosswalk.com","generator":"LER.me"},"attribution":"© EBSCOed"}