7319 Other Machine Operators
7319 Other Machine Operators
This unit group covers Machine Operators not elsewhere classified. It includes Chemical Production Machine Operators, Clay Products Machine Operators, Concrete Products Machine Operators, Crushing Machine Operators, Glass Production Machine Operators, Photographic Print Processors, Sterilisation Technicians and Stone Processing Machine Operators.
OSCA skill level
The occupations in this unit group have a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.
- Skill Level 4: AQF Certificate II, AQF Certificate III, or at least one year of relevant experience
731931 Chemical Production Machine Operator
Operates machines to produce chemical goods such as soaps, detergents, pharmaceuticals, toiletries and explosives.
Specialisation
- Candle Maker
Skill level: 4
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
731932 Clay Products Machine Operator
Operates machines to manufacture clay products such as bricks, tiles, insulators, porcelain and pottery by shaping and firing clay.
Specialisations
- Brick Extruder Operator
- Porcelain Turner
- Slip Caster
Skill level: 4
Main tasks
- Sets up and prepares machines for clay product manufacturing
- Operates and controls clay processing machinery, including extruders, moulds, kilns and drying equipment
- Inspects clay products for defects and quality control
- Loads raw clay materials into machines and feeds them through production
- Mixes clay and other materials according to specified formulas
- Assists in the development and testing of new clay product designs
731933 Concrete Products Machine Operator
Operates machines to manufacture moulded concrete products such as cement pipes and fittings, concrete railway sleepers, concrete bricks, tiles and paving blocks, structural beams, building panels and cast products.
Specialisations
- Concrete Pipe Machine Operator
- Concrete Precast Moulder
- Concrete Tile Machine Operator
Skill level: 4
Main tasks
- Sets up and prepares machines for operation
- Monitors and adjusts machine settings to ensure proper operation and quality of products
- Feeds raw materials into machines and removes finished products
- Inspects products for defects and ensures they meet quality standards
- Performs routine maintenance on machines, troubleshoots and resolves machine malfunctions and issues
- Records production data and maintains production logs
731934 Crushing Machine Operator
Operates crushers and other machines to crush materials, ores and minerals for processing or transport.
Registration or licensing may be required.
Specialisation
- Ore Crushing Machine Operator
Skill level: 4
Main tasks
- Operates and maintains crushing machines and equipment to crush materials such as cement, ore, rock and coal
- Ensures proper feed rate of material for consistent operations
- Adjusts machine settings to achieve desired granularity and consistency of crushed materials
- Monitors the crushing process for any abnormalities and malfunctions, and makes required adjustments
- Dislodges and clears jammed materials or other items from machinery or equipment, and transfers crushed materials between work areas using loaders, excavators or other earthmoving machinery
- Examines crushed materials visually or with hands to ensure conformance to established standards
731935 Glass Production Machine Operator
Operates machines to manufacture molten glass and shape glassware products such as containers, sheet glass, structural and stained glass, glass lenses and prisms.
Specialisations
- Glass Furnace Operator
- Glass Maker
- Glass Melt Operator
- Glassware Maker
Skill level: 4
Main tasks
- Understands the production specifications and sets up glass production machines to ensure precise production
- Monitors the melting and refining process of raw materials to form molten glass, and adjusts machine settings to control the temperature and flow of molten glass
- Changes, positions and aligns moulds on glass production machines as per production requirements
- Inspects glass products for defects and ensures they meet quality standards
- Conducts regular inspections and basic upkeep of glass production machines to ensure optimal performance, while identifying and resolving mechanical issues
- Monitors and controls the production rate to meet production targets, and maintains production records, while reporting any issues or discrepancies
731936 Photographic Print Processor
Edits, adjusts and enhances digital images, and prints photographic images from digital media using various computer software, calibration tools and other digital equipment.
Skill level: 4
Main tasks
- Evaluates digital images for quality issues like exposure and focus
- Adjusts images by cropping and adjusting colour, brightness and contrast for optimal print quality
- Adjusts settings and runs automatic developing equipment
- Inspects prints and adjusts settings on print-making equipment to produce required number, size and type of prints
- Monitors and tests photographic processing and printing equipment, and maintains operational standards
- May develop black and white images by separate processes, and operate enlargers
- May assist customers to turn photographs into customisable products
731937 Sterilisation Technician
Cleans, sterilises and packages surgical instruments and other hospital equipment, soft goods and linen in a sterilisation service facility.
Skill level: 4
Main tasks
- Assembles, packages, inspects and sorts surgical instruments and other hospital equipment, soft goods and linen for cleaning and sterilisation
- Operates cleaning and sterilisation equipment according to guidelines
- Monitors sterilisation cycles and equipment functionality
- Maintains inventory of sterile supplies and restocks as needed
- Adheres to infection control and safety protocols
- Collaborates with Health Professionals to ensure that sterilised equipment is readily available for patient care
- Cleans and maintains the sterilisation service facility and equipment
731938 Stone Processing Machine Operator
Operates machines to cut and finish stones for tiles, building blocks and facings.
Specialisations
- Marble Cutter
- Stone Polisher
- Stone Sawyer
Skill level: 4
Main tasks
- Sets up and prepares machines for stone cutting and finishing
- Measures and marks stones according to specifications
- Loads and unloads stones into machines
- Operates and monitors machines to ensure stones are cut accurately and efficiently
- Inspects finished stones for quality and makes adjustments to machines as needed
- Uses hand tools to finish and polish stones
- Cleans and maintains machines to ensure proper functioning
731999 Machine Operators nec
This occupation group covers Machine Operators not elsewhere classified.
Skill level: 4
Occupations in this group include:
- Amusement Ride Operator
- Drone Pilot
- Mine Controller (Autonomous Haulage)
- Plaster Caster
- Plaster Machine Operator
- Projectionist
- Remotely Operated Vehicle (ROV) Pilot