build up rubber plies
Build up the number of plies required in specifications by trimming the irregular edges using scissors or knifes.
Belt builders make transmission and conveyor belts by building up plies of rubberised fabric. They cut the ply to requird length with scissors and bond plies together with rollers and stitchers. Belt builders insert the finished belt between the pressure rollers. They measure the finished belt to check if it conforms to specifications.
Competences and skills
17 ESCO relationsEssential skills and competences 10 competences
Occupation specific
2 competencesfabricate belts
Fabricate transmission and conveyor belts by building up plies of rubberised fabric and gum.
Sector-specific
4 competencesbond rubber plies
Bond plies by insert the finished belt between the pressure rollers and rolling the belt onto the windup rack.
cut rubber plies
Cut the ply to required length using the scissors or knife and bond the plies together with rollers and stitchers.
follow standards for machinery safety
Apply basic safety standards and machine-specific technical standards to prevent risks connected with the use of machines in the workplace.
prepare rubber plies
Prepare the rubber or gum plies for further processing by pulling them from rolls to the letoff rack and arranging them on the table, measured and aligned according to specifications.
Cross-sector
4 competencesinspect quality of products
Use various techniques to ensure the product quality is respecting the quality standards and specifications. Oversee defects, packaging and sendbacks of products to different production departments.
measure materials
Measure the raw materials prior to their loading in the mixer or in machines, ensuring they conform with the specifications.
report defective manufacturing materials
Maintain required company records and forms in order to report any defective materials or questionable conditions of manufacturing machinery and equipment.
use personal protection equipment
Make use of protection equipment according to training, instruction and manuals. Inspect the equipment and use it consistently.
Optional knowledge 1 competence
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Cross-sector
1 competencemechanics
Theoretical and practical applications of the science studying the action of displacements and forces on physical bodies to the development of machinery and mechanical devices.
Optional skills and competences 6 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
2 competencesguide cranes
Guide a crane operator in operating the crane. Stay in contact with the operator visually, vocally, or using communication equipment to make sure the crane operation is completed in a safe and efficient manner.
operate calender machine
Operate the calender machine which is used to coat and feed plies to the building table.
Cross-sector
4 competencesfasten rubber goods
Fasten ferrules, buckles, straps, to rubber goods.
maintain equipment
Regularly inspect and perform all required activities to maintain the equipment in functional order prior or after its use.
operate forklift
Operate a forklift, a vehicle with a pronged device in front for lifting and carrying heavy loads.
read standard blueprints
Read and comprehend standard blueprints, machine, and process drawings.