Job Descriptions

Mathematician Job

1. Conducts research in fundamental mathematics and in application of mathematical techniques to science, management, and other fields, and solves or directs solutions to problems in various fields by mathematical methods: Conducts research in such branches of mathematics as algebra, geometry, number theory, logic, and topology, and studies and tests …





Mat-Machine Operator Job

1. Operates range consisting of staple cutters, conveyor, binder and water sprayers, drying oven, pressure rollers, inspection table, and automatic cutting and winding device to produce continuous sheets of fiberglass insulation material: Turns knob on control panel to heat drying oven. 2. Starts range and guides sheet of matted fiberglass …

Mat-Making Machine Tender Job

1. Tends machine that automatically weaves wire and cord or burlap to provide firmness between padding and coil springs of mattresses and upholstered furniture: Mounts roll of burlap on machine rack and threads end between machine rollers. 2. Places cone of wire and spools of twisted paper cord on reels, …

Materials Scientist Job

1. Conducts scientific studies for understanding, characterizing and developing materials leading to potential uses for the benefit of science and emerging technologies: Conducts programs for studying structures and properties of various materials, such as metals, alloys, ceramics, semiconductors and polymers to obtain research data. 2. Plans experimental laboratory production of …

Mathematical Technician Job

1. Applies standardized mathematical formulas, principles, and methodology to technological problems in engineering and physical sciences in relation to specific industrial and research objectives, processes, equipment and products: Confers with professional, scientific, and engineering personnel to plan project. 2. Analyzes raw data from computer or recorded on photographic film or …

Material-Handling Supervisor Job

1. Supervises and coordinates activities of workers engaged in lifting, transporting, storing, and loading materials and products by use of conveyors, cranes, hoists, or industrial trucks, applying knowledge of plant layout and material-handling equipment and procedures: Studies receiving or shipping notices, requests for movement of raw materials and finished products, …

Materials Engineer Job

1. Evaluates technical and economic factors, recommending engineering and manufacturing actions for attainment of design objectives of process or product by applying knowledge of material science and related technologies: Reviews plans for new product and factors, such as strength, weight, and cost to submit material selection recommendations ensuring attainment of …

Material Preparation Worker Job

1. Performs any combination of following tasks involved in cleaning, sorting, breaking, weighing, and packaging chunks of silicon for crystal growing: Sandblasts chunks of silicon or immerses chunks in cleaning tanks to remove contaminants. 2. Breaks chunks of silicon into pieces of specified size, using hammer. 3. Tests and sorts …

Material Scheduler Job

1. Develops and analyzes lists of raw materials, purchased parts, equipment, and other items required to manufacture aircraft and aerospace products: Reviews and evaluates engineering drawings and blueprints to estimate quantity and type of materials, parts, or other items required. 2. Converts requirements to orders of conventional sizes and quantities, …

Material-Crew Supervisor Job

1. Supervises and coordinates activities of workers engaged in loading materials or prefabricated house components for use on construction projects: Selects materials to be loaded according to size and type specified in orders, and specifies sequence of loading. 2. Directs workers in loading and unloading materials on trucks, dinkey cars, …

Material Inspector Job

1. Examines sample of staves in shipment to determine price to be paid for shipment: Takes sampling of staves from freight car. 2. Examines staves for defects, such as cracks, warpage, knots, and excessive sap content. 3. Separates and grades staves according to number and type of defects found. 4. …

Material Lister Job

1. Reviews blueprint and material specifications to determine amount, size, kind, grade, and place of delivery of materials for building construction projects. 2. May list suppliers and bid prices for each type of material used. 3. May prepare material schedules showing promised delivery data for each type of material. 4. …

Material Expediter Job

1. Compiles and maintains material and parts inventory and status information to expedite movement of material and parts between production areas, according to predetermined production schedules and order priorities: Reads production schedules, inventory reports, and work orders to determine type and quantity of materials required, availability of stock, and order …

Material Assembler Job

1. Sorts and assembles cap, hat, or millinery parts and trimming material according to color, quantity, size, or style, to facilitate attachment to article: Measures and cuts ribbon or other material, following specifications, using ruler and scissors. 2. Gathers and bundles parts and trimmings specified for each hat, such as …

Material Clerk Job

1. Compiles and maintains records of quantity, cost, and type of material received, stocked, and issued, and prepares material requisitions: Compares information on requisitions, invoices, and shipping notices to material received or issued to verify accuracy of order. 2. Compiles and maintains inventory of material received, stocked, and issued. 3. …

Material Coordinator Job

1. Coordinates and expedites flow of materials, parts, and assemblies between sections or departments, according to production and shipping schedules or department priorities, and compiles and maintains manual or computerized records: Reviews production schedules and related information and confers with department supervisors to determine material requirements to identify overdue materials …

Matchbook Assembler Job

1. Tends machine that automatically cuts, scores, and folds printed paper strips and staples them to matchbook combs to form matchbooks: Places roll of matchbook cover strip on machine spindle and threads end through machine. 2. Loads machine magazine with wire staples and starts machine. 3. Inserts matchbook comb strips …

Match-Up Worker Job

1. Removes damaged parts of completed garments, following information on repair tags or markings on parts: Cuts and pulls threads to remove damaged parts, using scissors or knife. 2. Obtains replacement parts from cutting department and routes garments and replacement parts to sewing department. 3. May be designated according to …

Mat Repairer Job

1. Repairs molded rubber automobile floor mats: Cuts out defects, such as holes, snags, and tears, in mat with knife. 2. Smooths defective area of mat with emery cloth to prepare surface for rubber patch. 3. Cuts uncured rubber patch to size with knife. 4. Cements rubber patch to defective …

Mat Sewer Job

1. Repairs mats used in pressing oil from linseed: Cuts worn or damaged sections from mats, using knife. 2. Stitches usable mat strips together and reinforces borders to make new mats, using sewing machine.

Mat Tester Job

1. Tests mat of fiberglass insulation material to determine if product conforms to specifications: Cuts sample of mat, using knife or razor blade and template, and weighs mat on balance scale. 2. Burns weighed sample in miniature oven to remove binder, weighs burned sample, and computes percentage of binder in …

Mat Inspector Job

1. Examines mat of fiberglass insulation material for defects, picks out spots and foreign matter, and cuts out nonstandard portions: Scans mat for defects as mat passes inspection station of mat machine and picks out grease and binder spots and foreign matter, using knife. 2. Lowers blade to cut thick …

Mat Packer Job

1. Off bears fiberglass insulation material from discharge end of range and packs material for shipment: Guides end of mat around tube mounted on mandrel of automatic roller. 2. Observes mat as it winds on tube and presses button to lower blade, cutting obvious flaws from mat. 3. Doffs rolls …

Mat Puncher Job

1. Tends machine that punches out and trims automobile floor mats from rubber sheeting: Bolts die to ram or seats die on movable table of press. 2. Positions uncured rubber sheeting or cured rubber mats on moveable table or on die. 3. Pushes table under ram of press, and starts …

Masseur/Masseuse Job

1. Massages customers and administers other body conditioning treatments for hygienic or remedial purposes: Applies alcohol, lubricants, or other rubbing compounds. 2. Massages body, using such techniques as kneading, rubbing, and stroking flesh, to stimulate blood circulation, relax contracted muscles, facilitate elimination of waste matter, or to relieve other conditions, …