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This career requires a high level of certain physical abilities, such as physical strength, standing or walking, good eyesight, or good hearing   

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Food Baking and Drying Machine Operators

Operate roasting, baking, or drying equipment.

Quick Facts

Wages:

 Above the statewide median
 $24.54 / hour    Read more about wages

Outlook:

 Below statewide average
Growth rate:  4.4%    Read more about outlook

Education:

 High School or less is typically required.

On the Job:

 Typical Work Tasks
  • Monitor instruments to ensure proper production conditions.
  • Watch operating equipment to detect malfunctions.
  • Read work orders or other instructions to determine product specifications or materials requirements.
  • Operate cooking, baking, or other food preparation equipment.
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Job Title Examples:

 Processing Operator
Coffee Roaster
Fryer Operator

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