Plating and Coating Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic
Set up, operate, or tend plating or coating machines to coat metal or plastic products with chromium, zinc, copper, cadmium, nickel, or other metal to protect or decorate surfaces. Includes electrolytic processes.
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38 tasks analyzed
Immerse workpieces in coating solutions or liquid metal or plastic for specified times.
Adjust dials to regulate flow of current and voltage supplied to terminals to control plating processes.
Inspect coated or plated areas for defects, such as air bubbles or uneven coverage.
Set up, operate, or tend plating or coating machines to coat metal or plastic products with chromium, zinc, copper, cadmium, nickel, or other metal to protect or decorate surfaces.
Observe gauges to ensure that machines are operating properly, making adjustments or stopping machines when problems occur.
| Task | AI Capability | Risk | Time % |
|---|---|---|---|
| Immerse workpieces in coating solutions or liquid metal or plastic for specified times. | - | - | - |
| Adjust dials to regulate flow of current and voltage supplied to terminals to control plating processes. | - | - | - |
| Inspect coated or plated areas for defects, such as air bubbles or uneven coverage. | - | - | - |
| Set up, operate, or tend plating or coating machines to coat metal or plastic products with chromium, zinc, copper, cadmium, nickel, or other metal to protect or decorate surfaces. | - | - | - |
| Observe gauges to ensure that machines are operating properly, making adjustments or stopping machines when problems occur. | - | - | - |
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Wage & Employment (2024)
Median Wage
$41,600
per year
Mean Wage
$43,820
per year
Employment
32K
workers
Wage Range
$31,940 - $58,320
10th - 90th pct
Wage Distribution
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