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Testing-Machine Operator

DOT Code: 703.685-014

Industry: tinware
Alternate Titles: can tester; pail tester

Tends can testing machine that automatically tests cans for leaks: Starts machine and observes operation of machine and conveyor on which cans are carried through machine. Notifies supervisor of defective operation of machine or conveyor. Verifies accuracy of test machine, using standard test can. Places rejected cans on water tester and pulls lever to inject water into cans to indicate leaks. Marks location of leaks for can repairer, using crayon. May apply flux to inside of ear clincher or side seams of can, using flux applicator and reheat soldered seams under gas flame to seal leaks. May reshape bent or dented cans on metal form with mallet. May reheat soldered seams under gas flame to seal leaks. Retests repaired cans. May record number of cans rejected and repaired.

GOE: 06.03.02 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77