Operates machine to emboss and imprint designs, lettering, numbers, or product information onto surfaces of material, such as paper, cloth, leather, or plastic, using foil, gold-leaf, coated ribbon, or plastic tape, following specifications

receives verbal instructions, reads work order sheet, or... [+] More

Operates machine to emboss and imprint designs, lettering, numbers, or product information onto surfaces of material, such as paper, cloth, leather, or plastic, using foil, gold-leaf, coated ribbon, or plastic tape, following specifications

receives verbal instructions, reads work order sheet, or inserts disk in drive of computer and depresses keys to retrieve job order slip with printing instructions on computer screen. Sets heat, pressure, and time controls, according to material to be stamped. Installs and locks character wheel, embossing die, or stamping die in heated chase of machine. Turns on heating element. Inserts reel of specified material, such as foil, gold-leaf, coated ribbon, or plastic tape in holder or on spindle, and threads end through rollers which feed and guide material under die mounted on ram of machine or places sheet of foil over impression. Positions and aligns workpiece under holding arm in bed of hand fed machine or feed hopper of automatically fed machine in position specified on work order or in illuminated window on computerized machine. Starts machine which lowers ram to heated die or character wheel and ribbon to emboss and imprint workpiece and automatically moves coated ribbon with each stroke of machine. May operate machine to imprint trade names, brand, and grade onto leather sweatbands and be designated sweatband printer. When printing titles and designs on book covers, is designated embosser. [-] Less

Sets up and operates machine to print trademarks, designs, or identifying data on containers such as cardboard or wooden boxes, performing any combination of following duties

selects printing plate or type slug, or sets type, according to oral instructions or written... [+] More

Sets up and operates machine to print trademarks, designs, or identifying data on containers such as cardboard or wooden boxes, performing any combination of following duties

selects printing plate or type slug, or sets type, according to oral instructions or written job order. Fastens type or printing plate in holding mechanism of machine, using handtools. Fills fountains with ink of required color or colors and adjusts rate of flow of ink with finger screws, or squeezes or spreads ink paste on ink plate or rollers, using ink knife (spatula). Turns setscrews to adjust spacing guides. Feeds or stacks boxes or container pieces in feed hopper of automatic printing machine and removes them from discharge hopper after printing. Places box ends on holding plate and depresses pedal that lowers printing plate onto box end. Scans containers to verify accuracy and clarity of printing. Observes edges of wooden box parts for imperfections, such as split, ragged, or uneven edges, and sets them aside. Removes and cleans type or plate, and ink rollers, using handtools, solvent, and rags. May distribute containers to packaging stations or place containers in storage areas. [-] Less

Assembles and fits components according to assembly blueprints, manuals, engineering memos, sketches, and knowledge of machine construction to construct, rebuild, and repair machines and equipment, using hand tools and power tools. Assesses assembly blueprint and specifications manual, and prepares plans... [+] More

Assembles and fits components according to assembly blueprints, manuals, engineering memos, sketches, and knowledge of machine construction to construct, rebuild, and repair machines and equipment, using hand tools and power tools. Assesses assembly blueprint and specifications manual, and prepares plans for machine building operations. Verifies conformance of parts to stock list and blueprints, using measuring instruments, such as calipers, gauges, and micrometers.

Lays out hole locations and drills and taps holes on parts for assembly. Aligns components for assembly, manually or with hoist, and bolts, screws, dowels, welds, or rivets parts together, using hand tools, rivet gun, and welding equipment, or arranges for assembly by welder and electrician. Brushes blue pigment on parts and mates them to detect high spots on surfaces. Removes high spots, and smoothes surfaces, using chisels, scrapers, files, and powered hand grinder. Verifies alignment and tolerances of moving parts, using measuring instruments, such as dial indicators and thickness gauges. Tests operation of assembly by hand. Assembles, sets up, and operates machine to verify functioning, machine capabilities, and conformance to customer's specifications. May form and fasten piping, fixtures, and attachments required to service machine with air, water, and oil. May install wiring and electrical components to specifications. May work as member of team on limited part of fabrication process. May set up and operate metalworking machines to shape parts. [-] Less

Prepares and... [+] More

Prepares and adjusts machine tools, such as lathes, milling machines, boring machines, drills and punch presses, grinders, gear hobbers, and plastic molding machines for other workers, such as production-machine tenders, according to specifications and tooling instructions, applying knowledge of machining methods. Reads blueprint or job order for product specifications, such as dimensions and tolerances, and tooling instructions, such as feed rate, cutting speed, depth of cut, fixtures, and cutting tools to be used. Installs and adjusts holding device and fastens specified cutting and shaping tools in position to enable operator to produce finished workpiece to specifications, using handtools, such as wrenches, screwdrivers, and pliers. Selects and sets speed and feed of machine according to type of operation and specified material and finish. Starts machine to obtain first-run workpiece and verifies dimensional tolerances, using micrometers, gauges, and templates. Changes worn cutting tools and adjusts operation of machine, such as cutting speed, feed rate, or depth of cut, when required. May replace parts on machines, such as bearings, filters, wiring, and switches, using handtools. May instruct operators or other workers in machine setup and operation. May set up machines and equipment other than machine tools, such as welding machine and flame cutting equipment. [-] Less

Delivers mail to residences and business establishments along designated route. Inserts mail into slots of mail rack to sort for delivery. Completes delivery forms, receives payments, and gets signature on receipts for delivery of specified types of mail. Enters changes... [+] More

Delivers mail to residences and business establishments along designated route. Inserts mail into slots of mail rack to sort for delivery. Completes delivery forms, receives payments, and gets signature on receipts for delivery of specified types of mail. Enters changes of address in route book and re-addresses mail to be forwarded. May drive vehicle over established route. May deliver specialized types of mail and be designated parcel-post carrier; special-delivery carrier. [-] Less

Issues import and export letters of credit and accepts payments. Notifies exporters and importers of issuance of letters of credit covering shipment of merchandise. Examines letter of credit documents to determine compliance with international standards. Verifies terms of credit, such... [+] More

Issues import and export letters of credit and accepts payments. Notifies exporters and importers of issuance of letters of credit covering shipment of merchandise. Examines letter of credit documents to determine compliance with international standards. Verifies terms of credit, such as amount, insurance coverage, and shipping conditions to determine compliance with established standards. Coordinates customer credit information and collateral papers with loan officer to comply with bank credit standards. Types letters of credit and related documents, using typewriter or computer. Records payments and liabilities and other customer account information, using computer. May translate correspondence into English or foreign language. [-] Less

Cements cardboard letters or monograms onto fabric articles, such as armbands, banners, and shirts to prepare article for embroidering

marks position of letter or monogram on article, according to specifications, using chalk and ruler. Brushes cement onto letter or monogram and positions it on marked area of article. Presses letter or monogram onto article.

Okays payment on letters of credit used in international banking. Examines documents, such as bills of lading, certificates of origin, and shipping manifests, for accuracy and completeness. Ensures that conditions of letters of credit are in accordance with establishment policies... [+] More

Okays payment on letters of credit used in international banking. Examines documents, such as bills of lading, certificates of origin, and shipping manifests, for accuracy and completeness. Ensures that conditions of letters of credit are in accordance with establishment policies and international uniform customs and practices. Verifies document computations.

Talks with customers and recommends acceptable wording for letters of credit. Explains regulatory and legal implications of terms and conditions, including US trade restrictions. Instructs workers in preparing amendments to letters of credit. Contacts foreign banks, suppliers, or other sources to obtain required documents. Authorizes method of payment against letter of credit in accordance with client instructions. [-] Less

Okays payment on letters of credit used in international banking. Examines documents, such as bills of lading, certificates of origin, and shipping manifests, for accuracy and completeness. Ensures that conditions of letters of credit are in accordance with establishment policies... [+] More

Okays payment on letters of credit used in international banking. Examines documents, such as bills of lading, certificates of origin, and shipping manifests, for accuracy and completeness. Ensures that conditions of letters of credit are in accordance with establishment policies and international uniform customs and practices. Verifies document computations.

Talks with customers and recommends acceptable wording for letters of credit. Explains regulatory and legal implications of terms and conditions, including US trade restrictions. Instructs workers in preparing amendments to letters of credit. Contacts foreign banks, suppliers, or other sources to obtain required documents. Authorizes method of payment against letter of credit in accordance with client instructions. [-] Less