Forging Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic

Assemble, run, or tend to forge machines that taper, shape, or form metal or plastic components.

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Set up, operate, or tend forging machines to taper, shape, or form metal or plastic parts.
Leadership
HIGH
Critical decision making
HIGH
Level of responsibilities
HIGH
Job challenge and pressure to meet deadlines
HIGH
Dealing and handling conflict
LOW
Competition for this position
MED
Communication with others
HIGH
Work closely with team members, clients etc.
HIGH
Comfort of the work setting
LOW
Exposure to extreme environmental conditions
LOW
Exposure to job hazards
LOW
Physical demands
LOW
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Characteristics

Work closely with team members, clients etc.
Dealing and handling conflicts
Physical demands
Exposure to job hazards
Exposure to extreme environmental conditions
Comfort of the work setting
Communication with others
Job challenge and pressure to meet deadlines
Level of responsibilities
Critical decision making
Leadership
Competition for this position

Activities

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