Is being an adhesive bonding operator a good fit for you?
Runs machines that glue things together, such as layers of wood into plywood or sheets of paper.
What the work involves
- Lines up and positions materials being joined so glue or heat sealing is applied accurately.
- Adjusts machine parts to suit the width, length and thickness of materials and the amount of glue.
- Monitors machines to spot faults and reports or fixes problems.
- Starts machines and turns valves or controls to feed materials and glue and set temperature and time.
The interests that suit it
People in this work tend to be hands-on and organising. Here is how much each of the six kinds of interest comes into it.
What it tends to reward
Compared with other work, this job stands out for:
- Belonging. People who look out for each other, and a manager who has your back.
How much training it needs
Fast start. Little or some training needed. Rules differ from country to country, so check locally before you commit.
Find out if it fits you
Answer quick questions about what you like doing and what keeps you going. We match you with roles from over 900 kinds of work, and you can see if an adhesive bonding operator is one of yours.
Free. About 15 minutes. No account.