Mixing machine operator, Kaiwhakamahi mīhini whakaranu
Also known as
- Mixer operator, blender operator, chemical production operator
- , Kaiwhakamahi whakaputa matū
Mixing machine operators operate industrial mixing equipment to make paint, cosmetics and other products.
Your pay could be
$50K
Lower
$62K to $111K
Most common
$145K
Upper
How does this pay compare?
Pay is before tax
Your training could be
No specific training
Mixing machine operators
- usually work regular business hours
- usually work in factories, and may travel locally
- may work in noisy and hazardous conditions involving chemicals
- may do physically demanding work
- need to be practical, responsible and safety conscious
Tasks
- operate industrial mixing machines
- mix substances to make products
- measure ingredients
- load materials into equipment
- monitor machines
- collect samples for testing
- weigh finished products
- measure finished products
- operate cooking and other food preparation equipment
Practical
Organised
Investigative
Interests that fit this job
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You may need
- experience in similar work
- a driver licence with a forklift (F) endorsement
If you’re in school
You usually don’t need specific NCEA levels for this job.
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