ISCO Occupation Group 8112.2 Mineral Processing Operator

From Open Risk Manual

Definition

Mineral Processing Operator: Mineral processing operators operate a variety of plants and equipment to convert raw materials into marketable products. They provide the appropriate information on the process to the control room.

Essential Skills

  • Operate Raw Mineral Size Reduction Equipment
  • Conduct Inter-Shift Communication
  • Handle Chemicals
  • Deal With Pressure From Unexpected Circumstances
  • Work Ergonomically
  • Troubleshoot
  • Collect Samples
  • Mix Treating Materials
  • Operate Raw Mineral Separation Equipment


Optional Skills

  • Handle Mining Plant Waste
  • Write Production Reports
  • Chemistry
  • Test Raw Minerals
  • Mechanics
  • Operate Wash Plant
  • Perform Minor Repairs To Equipment
  • Bioleaching
  • Electricity
  • Train Employees


Alternative Names

  • Coal Preparation Plant Operator
  • Sand Processing Operator
  • Mineral And Stone Processing Dryer Operator
  • Brine Maker
  • Process Plant Operator
  • Gravel Processing Operator
  • Technician
  • Process Technician
  • Mineral Processing Operators
  • Blender Tender
  • Furnace Charger
  • Process Operator
  • Calciner Operator
  • Cement Mixer
  • Mineral Processing Technican
  • Salt Processing Operator
  • Ore Separator Tender


Higher Level