8119 — Process operatives n.e.c.

What this occupation covers

Job holders in this unit group perform a variety of processing occupations not elsewhere classified in minor group 811: Process operatives.

Typical duties

packs products ready for kiln setting

operates kilns, furnaces and ovens to produce cement clinker, linoleum cement and asphalt, to fire abrasive and carbon products, to make and treat glass and ceramic items, and otherwise cook and heat treat materials and products not elsewhere classified

operates masticating, calendaring, mixing, forming, shaping, moulding, extruding, cutting, trimming and winding machines to make and repair rubber products

operates machines to mix, blend, crush, wash and separate seeds and other materials not elsewhere classified

operates machines to produce flat and corrugated asbestos cement pipes and sheets

performs other processing tasks not elsewhere classified

Entry routes and qualifications

There are no formal academic entry requirements, though some employers may expect entrants to possess GCSEs/S grades. Training is typically provided on-the-job, supplemented by specialist training courses. NVQs/SVQs in Performing Manufacturing Operations are available at levels 1, and 2.

Sponsorship information

Ineligible. Actual duties, sponsor, applicant, salary and any transitional or shortage-list conditions must be checked.

DBS assessment

No code-wide DBS assessment is assigned. Check actual duties, activities, workplace, frequency and jurisdiction. This code does not determine the level of check.

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