Hierarchy view
foundry operative
Description
Code
7211.1
Description
Foundry operative manufacture castings, including pipes, tubes, hollow profiles and other products of the first processing of steel, by operating hand-controlled equipment in a foundry. They conduct the flow of molten ferrous and non-ferrous metals into moulds, taking care to create the exact right circumstances to obtain the highest quality metal. They observe the flow of metal to identify faults. In case of a fault, they notify the authorised personnel and participate in the removal of the fault.
Scope note
Includes people performing the manufacture of jewerelly and bijouterie.
Alternative Labels
mold casting worker
metal molder
Central control caster
foundry operative
foundry operator
foundry process operator
caster
foundry worker
molding and casting worker
metal moulder
ladleman
metal caster
casting operator
pourer and caster
foundryman
casting worker
mould casting worker
ladleperson
moulding and casting worker m,f,n)
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:
Skills & Competences
Essential Skills and Competences
Optional Skills and Competences
Concept URI
Status
released
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