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Extruding, Forming, Pressing, and Compacting Machine Operators

On the Job

 

Extruding, Forming, Pressing, and Compacting Machine Operators set up, operate, or tend machines that shape and form products. They may work on things like glass, food, rubber, soap, brick, tile, clay, wax, tobacco, or cosmetics.


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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