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Spooling-Machine Operator

DOT Code: 691.685-026

Industry: metal prod., nec; nonfer. metal
Alternate Titles: bobbin winder

Tends machine that winds bare or insulated wire onto spools preparatory to shipment or further processing: Positions empty spool in machine. Threads wire from supply spool or coil through distributor (oscillating guide), tension guides, and secures end to empty spool or bobbin and starts machine. Observes machine which automatically winds wire and shuts off when specified amount of wire has been wound. Cuts wire after specified length has been wound, using wirecutters. May butt-weld ends of wire to form continuous strand. May locate and mark defective insulation during winding process, using spark tester. May wind insulation yarn [Yarn Winder (tex. prod., nec; textile)]. May be designated according to product wound as Cable Spooler (nonfer. metal).

GOE: 06.04.02 STRENGTH: H GED: R2 M1 L2 SVP: 3 DLU: 77