NOC 94100 — Machine operators, mineral and metal processing

TEER 4 · Labour (on-the-job training) · Not eligible for Express Entry (CEC/FSWP)

Machine operators in mineral and metal processing operate machinery to process mineral ore and metal. They are employed in mineral ore and metal processing plants such as copper, lead and zinc refineries, uranium processing plants, steel mills, aluminum plants, precious metal refineries and cement processing plants.

Main duties

Set up, prepare and adjust mineral ore, metal and cement processing machinery to carry out one step in the overall mineral ore or metal processing operation
Operate single-function machinery to grind, separate, filter, mix, treat, cast, roll, refine or otherwise process mineral ores
Observe gauges, meters, computer printouts, video monitors and products to ensure correct operation of machinery and verify processing conditions
Make adjustments to machinery as required
Record production information and complete reports
May assist with machinery maintenance or repair.

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