What is a cooler operator and how to become one

Key steps to become a cooler operator

1. Explore cooler operator education requirements

   Most common cooler operator degrees

   High School Diploma

   58.8 %

   Associate

   20.6 %

   Bachelor's

   8.8 %

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2. Start to develop specific cooler operator skills

   Skills	Percentages
   Pallets	60.38%
   Production Floor	25.86%
   GMP	13.76%

3. Complete relevant cooler operator training and internships

   Accountants spend an average of 1-3 months on post-employment, on-the-job training. New cooler operators learn the skills and techniques required for their job and employer during this time. The chart below shows how long it takes to gain competency as a cooler operator based on U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data and data from real cooler operator resumes.

4. Research cooler operator duties and responsibilities

   • Use automate systems and RF units to pull, put away and load customer product, in addition to managing inventory
   • Maintain soap spraying on tape alignment for lubrication of tape to shingles.
   • Maintain tape measurement alignment, nail setting, line, headlape and priming for the production fiber glass shingles.
   • Perform specialized production line and quality control duties in a professional production environment specializing in plastic extrusion.

5. Prepare your cooler operator resume

   When your background is strong enough, you can start writing your cooler operator resume.

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6. Apply for cooler operator jobs

   Now it's time to start searching for a cooler operator job. Consider the tips below for a successful job search:

   1. Browse job boards for relevant postings
   2. Consult your professional network
   3. Reach out to companies you're interested in working for directly
   4. Watch out for job scams