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Shell-Machine Operator

DOT Code: 649.682-030

Industry: chemical
Alternate Titles: shell-house operator

Sets up and operates machine to make paper cartridge shells for dynamite and impregnate them with paraffin: Positions roll of paper on machine spindle and threads end of paper under shear plate and between rolls. Adjusts bottom crimper, rolls, and shear according to length and diameter of cartridge, using machinist's rule and wrenches. Pours melted paraffin into dispenser and activates heating element. Starts machine and removes formed and impregnated cartridges.

GOE: 06.02.09 STRENGTH: M GED: R3 M2 L1 SVP: 4 DLU: 77