glass forming machine operator

Glass forming machine operators operate and maintain machines that press or blow molten glass in moulds to form or shape products, such as neons, bottles, jars and drinking glasses. They set up and adjust machines, and weigh, measure and check production samples to check conformity to the set specifications.

Alternative Labels

glass-blowing machine operator

glass forming and finishing machine operator

glass forming machine operative

glass forming machine worker

glass molder

glass moulder

glass production operator

glass product production worker

production machine operator

Regulatory Aspect

To see if and how this occupation is regulated in EU Member States, EEA countries or Switzerland please consult the Regulated Professions Database of the Commission. Regulated Professions Database:

http://ec.europa.eu/growth/single-market/services/free-movement-professionals/qualifications-recognition_en

Skills & Competences

Essential Skills and Competences

adjust feeder tubes inspect glass sheet measure materials monitor automated machines observe glass under heat observe products' behaviour under processing conditions optimise production processes parameters perform test run prevent casting adhesion set up the controller of a machine supply machine tend glass forming machines troubleshoot wear appropriate protective gear

Essential Knowledge

blow moulding quality standards

Optional Skills and Competences

adjust burner controls check quality of raw materials construct moulds consult technical resources feed mirror machine form bed for glass form moulding mixture inspect quality of products maintain equipment maintain moulds manage waste monitor conveyor belt monitor end-product drying process monitor manufacturing impact operate drying blowers perform product testing record production data for quality control remove defective products tend coating machine tend kiln for glass painting tend lehr transfer glaze

Optional Knowledge

coating substances mechanics

Skills & Competences

Concept URI

Concept Uri

http://data.europa.eu/esco/occupation/e19a0f13-da49-42cb-8b3a-27da8ce44c8c

Status

released

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