Coating, Painting, and Spraying Machine Operators

Operate machines to coat or paint a variety of products.

Coating, Painting, and Spraying Machine Operators set up, operate, or tend machines that coat or paint a variety of products. Products include things like glassware, cloth, metal, plastic, paper, or wood.

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Education & Training	High School or less is typically required.
Related Programs (Current training programs available)	Data not available
On the Job	Work Activities Conduct test runs of production equipment. Inspect finishes of workpieces or finished products. Test chemical or physical characteristics of materials or products. Monitor equipment operation to ensure proper functioning. Adjust equipment controls to regulate flow of production materials or products. Adjust temperature controls of ovens or other heating equipment. Apply protective or decorative finishes to workpieces or products. Attach decorative or functional accessories to products. Connect supply lines to production equipment or tools. Feed materials or products into or through equipment.
Career Pathways	Production
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