I was “essential” for 12 years. Never got a damn thing out of it but more paperwork and grief.

I'm a machine operator and I also am partially responsible for the quality control of the parts I run.

How are you involved in the operation of the machine? Do you click a button to start the computer program? Do you change the "bits" or whatever they are called?

My company got the same. We remanufacture engines lol.

Everything that involves operation. Running it, changing tools, making adjustments to the program, changing fixtures and zeroing parts in (set up), keeping the machine filled with proper fluids like coolant and oil, etc.

Those of us who aren't "essential" but are classified as such should be grateful.

I know a guy who makes margarine for a living.

He was also classified "essential."

Judging by your posts, assuming you drop the fries.

Neat, thanks. I bought an electric "chain saw" a few years ago to cut down a dead bush. I didn't read the instructions to see that oil was needed for the chain. I also didn't realize that "chain saws" don't like cutting through roots surrounded by dirt.

After changing the dulled chain, I also learned that making sure the new chain is properly tensioned is critical to safe operation of said "chain saw."

Cnc music factory will stay open to make sure our fans sweat.

You know what isn't essential? YouTube content creators and amateur sports journalists.

Butter is essential as all hell

IDK, if the plague goes through the shop and half of us die for the cause we may need to revisit this. (We got several people over 55 there.)

Grab some takeout after your shift.

You’re welcome

Good thing I don't do any of that stuff for a living. :rolleyes: