Cleaning, Washing, & Metal Pickling Equipment Operators & Tenders
Code: 51-9192.00
Zone 2
Median Annual Salary
£43,530
Range: £33,790 - £58,570
Preparation & Education
Job Zone 1-2: Very Little to Some Preparation Needed
Job Zone 2
Industry Outlook
Average
New job opportunities are likely in the future.
Role Overview & What They Do
Operate or tend machines to wash or clean products, such as barrels or kegs, glass items, tin plate, food, pulp, coal, plastic, or rubber, to remove impurities.
Also Known As (Alternative Job Titles)
Anodizer
Clean in Places Operator (CIP Operator)
Filler Operator
Parts Cleaner
Sanitation Technician
Sanitation Worker
Sanitizer
Tub Wash Operator
Tub Washer
Wash Crew Person
Daily Duties & On-The-Job Tasks
- Add specified amounts of chemicals to equipment at required times to maintain solution levels and concentrations.
- Observe machine operations, gauges, or thermometers, and adjust controls to maintain specified conditions.
- Set controls to regulate temperature and length of cycles, and start conveyors, pumps, agitators, and machines.
Technology, Tools & Software Stack
Spreadsheet software
Microsoft Excel
Word processing software
Microsoft Word
Core Skills, Knowledge & Abilities
Basic Skills
keeping track of how well people and/or groups are doing in order to make improvements
Problem Solving
noticing a problem and figuring out the best way to solve it
Manufactured or Agricultural Goods
manufacture and distribution of products
Arts and Humanities
English language
Hand and Finger Use
keep your arm or hand steady
hold or move items with your hands
Endurance
exercise for a long time without getting out of breath
Personality & Work Styles
Top Interest: Realistic
People interested in this work like activities that include practical, hands-on problems and solutions.
Key Work Styles:
Dependability
Attention to Detail
Cautiousness
Frequently Asked Questions About Cleaning, Washing, & Metal Pickling Equipment Operators & Tenders
In the UK, the median annual salary for a Cleaning, Washing, & Metal Pickling Equipment Operators & Tenders is £43,530. Starting salaries (10th percentile) typically begin around £33,790, while highly experienced professionals (90th percentile) can earn upwards of £58,570 depending on location and experience.
Entry as a Cleaning, Washing, & Metal Pickling Equipment Operators & Tenders typically aligns with Job Zone 2 (Job Zone 1-2: Very Little to Some Preparation Needed). Usually requires a high school diploma or GED, though some careers may not.
Essential skills and tooling for a Cleaning, Washing, & Metal Pickling Equipment Operators & Tenders include: Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word. Practitioners also benefit from strong analytical problem solving and communication skills.
New job opportunities are likely in the future. (Industry demand rating: Average).
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Salary Distribution
10th Percentile (Entry):
£33,790
Median Annual (Average):
£43,530
90th Percentile (Senior):
£58,570
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Occupational Terms
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#production process
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#chemical solution