Cotton gin operator

Also searched as: Operador de desmotadora de algodón

Code 8151.1

What does a Cotton gin operator do?

Cotton gin operators perform ginning operations for separating cotton fibres from the seeds. They tend bale presses and remove the processed bales from the gin. They perform machine maintenance and ensure smooth running of processing operations.

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Essential skills

Skills and competences

  • check quality of raw materials
  • monitor conveyor belt
  • clean equipment
  • maintain work standards
  • maintain machinery
  • operate bale presses
  • set up machine controls
  • conform with production requirements
  • remove cotton from bale presser
  • follow production schedule
  • handle bulk transfer of raw material
  • wear appropriate protective gear

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This service uses the ESCO classification of the European Commission and the Mapha Taxonomy developed by OTIC SOFOFA (CC BY 4.0), in an adapted version. Group codes come from the ILO's ISCO-08. See sources and licences