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Plating and Coating Machine Operators

On the Job

 

Plating and Coating Machine Operators set up, operate, or tend machines that coat metal or plastic products. The machines usually coat with materials like chromium, zinc, copper, cadmium, nickel, or other metal to protect or decorate surfaces.


Physical Demands   

This career requires time standing, walking, or running.

 

Typical Work Tasks

People who work in this career often:


Typical Working Conditions

 

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