Job Title: Compression-Molding-Machine Operator
Compression-Molding-Machine Operator Duties: Sets up and operates compression molding machines to mold plastic and carbon, graphite, or copper powder products according to specifications: Installs dies on press, using clamps, bolts, and handtools, and coats dies with parting agents, according to work order. Sets thermostat to regulate temperature of dies. Weighs premixed compounds and dumps compound into die well, spreads fabric on die and dumps compound over fabric, or fills hoppers of machines that automatically supply compound to dies during machine operation, using scoop. Presses button or pulls lever to activate machines to compress compounds between dies to form and cure specified products. Removes cured products from mold, using handtools and airhose. Observes machine operation and examines products ejected by machines to determine whether products meet specifications, using calipers. Turns pressure control knobs, bolts, and handwheels to adjust machines. May mix catalysts and coloring pigments with plastic compound, using paddle and mixing machine. May operate compression molding machines to form product under pressure only and be designated Cold-Molding-Press Operator (plastic prod.). May be designated Press Operator, Carbon Products (elec. equip.).
Job Title: Load-Out Supervisor
Load-Out Supervisor Duties: Supervises and coordinates activities of workers engaged in operating machines and equipment to separate sand and gravel according to size, and in testing, stockpiling, and loading sand and gravel into railroad cars and trucks: Reviews car loading orders and issues directions to workers to expedite railroad car and truck loading. Notifies Car Cleaner (mine & quarry) and Yard Engineer (r.r. trans.) to clean and position specified railcars for loading. Determines causes of malfunctioning equipment and notifies Maintenance-Mechanic Supervisor (any industry). Orders changes in ratio of material, according to test results, to conform to plant or customer specifications. Coordinates changes in plant setup to maintain production specifications. Collects railroad car loading records at specified intervals and submits records to office. Maintains record of vibrating screen setup in plant. Trains new workers. May make minor repairs to machinery and equipment, using handtools. Performs other duties as described under Supervisor (any industry) Master Title.
Job Title: Supervisor, Wall Mirror Department
Supervisor, Wall Mirror Department Duties: Supervises and coordinates activities of workers engaged in assembly, inspection, and packing wall and furniture mirrors: Orders specified size, type, and quantity of mirror, frames, backs, hardware, and packing cartons required to meet production schedules. Patrols work area and examines items on production line to ensure conformity to specifications. Trains new workers in job duties. Performs other duties as described under Supervisor (any industry) Master Title.
Job Title: Odd-Shoe Examiner
Odd-Shoe Examiner Duties: Examines shoe uppers for defective leather parts and distributes replacement parts to processing area: Cuts stitching in shoe upper with knife or scissors and rips out defective parts. Writes specifications for replacement parts on work order and delivers it to initial processing area. Carries replacement parts to and from various departments to accomplish specified processing, such as cutting, marking, and stitching. Delivers replacement parts to fitting department for assembly to upper of shoe. Converses with department supervisors to correct irregular flow of replacement parts.
Job Title: Cloth-Stock Sorter
Cloth-Stock Sorter Duties: Sorts finished articles or cloth by style and color for subsequent processing, according to ticket attached to cloth. Stores article or cloth or conveys it on handtruck to various departments. Records data on article or cloth stored and distributed.
Job Title: Surgical-Elastic Knitter, Hand Frame
Surgical-Elastic Knitter, Hand Frame Duties: Knits fabric from silk and elastic thread for use in surgical supports, using hand-and-foot-operated knitting machine: Marks width measurements of fabric to be knitted and adjusts machine. Places cones of silk and elastic thread on spindles, and draws thread through machine guides and between needles. Moves levers to activate machine and knit fabric. Depresses pedal of elastic thread-carrier to lay elastic thread between stitches. Passes elastic thread through each end stitch of knitted fabric and knots thread to prevent raveling, using darning needle.
Job Title: Voucher Clerk
Voucher Clerk Duties: Compiles data to prorate cost of lost or damaged goods among interline railroad carriers: Receives claim for lost or damaged goods filed by shipper of consignee. Verifies records to substantiate claim of shipment and requests Customer-Complaint Clerk (clerical) to investigate claim and to submit estimate of value of lost or damaged goods. Receives estimate and verifies records to ascertain names of carriers involved in transporting goods. Computes number of miles each carrier transported goods. Prorates and computes cost to be charged to interline carriers according to comparative mileage in transit over each railroad, using calculating machine. Records name of each interline carrier involved and amount prorated to each.
Job Title: Neutralizer
Neutralizer Duties: Tends kettles to neutralize alkaline paste used in preparation of liquid and powdered detergents: Turns valves to charge kettle with specified liquid ingredients, and starts agitator. Observes thermometer and adjusts flow of materials to maintain reaction temperature. Tests sample with meter to ensure neutral product. Records readings and test results. Tends pumps to maintain supply of liquid ingredients in measuring tanks.
Job Title: Amphibian Crewmember
Amphibian Crewmember Duties: Drives or steers military amphibious equipment, such as tractors and armored vehicles on land and sea to transport personnel, supplies, and equipment in support of combat or training operations: Loads supplies and equipment aboard vehicle. Confers with superior to determine course to be followed. Drives or steers vehicle to transport personnel, supplies, and equipment between ship and shore. Confers with personnel aboard ship and on land, using radio to transmit and receive information concerning enemy location, troop movement, and enemy gunfire encountered. Loads ammunition into breech of weapon. Aims and fires weapon at enemy emplacement.
Job Title: Salesperson, Leather-And-Suede Apparel-And-Accessories
Salesperson, Leather-And-Suede Apparel-And-Accessories Duties: Sells suede and leather apparel and accessories: Advises customer on selection of apparel and on coordination of accessories, such as handbags, belts, and boots. Answers questions regarding cleaning requirements, color fastness, and durability of article. Packs or wraps customer purchase. Checks merchandise deliveries against packing slips. Tickets merchandise, using ticket gun. Inventories stock. Posts daily sales from sales slips onto inventory sheet. Performs other duties as described under Salesperson (retail trade; wholesale tr.) Master Title.