Elements and Performance Criteria
- Prepare the pressing and moulding equipment and process for operation
- Materials are confirmed and available to meet operating requirements
- Cleaning and maintenance requirements and status are identified and confirmed
- Machine components and related attachments are fitted and adjusted to meet operating requirements
- Processing/operating parameters are entered as required to meet safety and production requirements
- Equipment performance is checked and adjusted as required
- Pre-start checks are carried out as required by workplace requirements
- Operate and monitor the pressing and moulding process
- The process is started and operated according to workplace procedures
- Equipment is monitored to identify variation in operating conditions
- Variation in equipment operation is identified and maintenance requirements are reported according to workplace reporting requirements
- The process is monitored to confirm that specifications are met
- Out-of-specification product/process outcomes are identified, rectified and/or reported to maintain the process within specification
- The work area is maintained according to housekeeping standards
- Work is conducted in accordance with workplace environmental guidelines
- Workplace records are maintained according to workplace recording requirements
- Shut down the pressing and moulding process