Chemical Production Machine Operator

Main tasks

• Sets up and prepares machines to produce chemical goods
• Measures the ingredients used in chemical products to be mixed and blended
• Operates crushing machines or mills to grind and pulverise solid chemicals and other materials to a specified size suitable for processing
• Monitors the removal of the ground product from machines, and inspects and tests samples of products for quality and consistency
• Performs regular checks and basic maintenance on processing machines, and reports any faults
• Follows safety procedures and guidelines to ensure a safe working environment
• Records production data and maintains production logs

Specialisations

State nomination

Each state nominates different occupations for the 190 and 491 visas.