Metal processing plant operators

Metal processing plant operators, operate, monitor, adjust and maintain, single process machinery and equipment to process and convert mineral ores and refine, harden, roll and extrude metals.

Skill level: Semi-skilled

Check your pay

  • The majority of Metal processing plant operators earn a salary between R4 321 and R20 469 per month in 2024.
  • A monthly wage for entry-level Metal processing plant operators ranges from R4 321 to R11 444.
  • After gaining 5 years of work experience, their income will be between R5 161 and R14 279 per month.

Duties and tasks

  • Setting up, preparing and adjusting mineral ore and metal processing machinery to carry out one step in the overall mineral ore or metal processing operation
  • Operating single-function machinery to grind, separate, filter, mix, treat, cast, roll, refine or otherwise process metals and mineral ores
  • Observing gauges, meters, computer printouts, video monitors and products to ensure the correct operation of machines and verify specified processing conditions
  • Adjusting equipment, valves, pumps, controls and process equipment
  • Controlling the preparation, measuring and feeding of raw materials and processing agents into the plant
  • Controlling process start-up and shut-down, troubleshooting and monitoring outside process equipment
  • Verifying equipment for malfunctions, carrying out routine operating tests and arranging for maintenance
  • Analyzing sample products, performing tests, recording data and writing production logs

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