Performs routine tasks in a chemical processing plant.

• Delivering materials to processing areas; dumping ingredients into hoppers; operating machines to heat, cool and agitate chemical solutions; filling and fastening covers on containers and attaching labels and information on products.

• Works indoors in a processing plant.
• Work areas are likely to be noisy and may be dusty.
• Uses a variety of personal protective equipment including ear muffs and eye protection and gloves.

• The physical demand range is up to a heavy level.
• Stands frequently at processing machines and may walk about the factory floor.
• Sitting is not required.
• Stretching up and across is necessary on a frequent basis.
• Squatting or crouching may be required on an occasional basis.
• Twisting the body or neck is likely to be required on a frequent basis.
• Bending is required on a frequent basis when handling raw materials and finished product.
• Employees constantly handle raw materials that may cause damage to skin or hands if protective clothing, such as gloves, is not worn.
• Frequently lifts and carries raw materials and finished product.
• Many tasks involve the repetitive use of hands.
• Driving of forklifts may be required (if so a licence will be necessary).
• Employees use a range of hand and power tools and machines.
• Mental skills necessary include practical and technical skills.

An NZQF Level 2 or 3 qualification, or at least one year of relevant experience (ANZSCO Skill Level 4).

For some occupations a short period of on-the-job training may be required in addition to or instead of the formal qualification.

• There are opportunities for flexibility of movement but they are limited.