A professional who sets up and operates single- or double-deck platen curing press to cure transmission or conveyor belting. Respnsibilities include:

• Gives directions to workers engaged in setting up press according to specified width of belt, pressure, temperature, and curing time.
• Positions guide stops in press to accommodate height of belt to be cured.
• Inspects sections of press for conformity to specifications and verifies temperature and time settings.
• Observes machine operation to detect malfunction.
• Signals overhead crane operator to lift and position belt rolls in work area.