Hard Skills
IntermediateAluminum Briquetting Machine OperationThe ability to set up, monitor, and control specialized hydraulic or mechanical presses that compress aluminum turnings and scrap into dense briquettes.
IntermediatePreventative Maintenance and TroubleshootingIdentifying signs of wear or malfunction in hydraulic systems and conveyors and performing basic repairs or lubrication.
AdvancedIndustrial Safety and Lockout/Tagout (LOTO)Strict adherence to safety protocols for heavy machinery, including the proper isolation of energy sources during maintenance or cleaning.
IntermediateQuality Control InspectionEvaluating the density, structural integrity, and moisture content of finished briquettes against established metallurgical standards.
IntermediateMaterial Sorting and GradingThe capacity to distinguish between different grades of aluminum and identify contaminants or foreign materials that could damage equipment.