Skills & competences

use moulding techniques select mould types construct moulds ensure mould uniformity create vacuum forming mould prepare assembled moulds for finishing remove finished casts handle different pottery materials mould chocolate move filled moulds operate patternmaking machinery modify lifecasts create master models insert reinforcement in mould determine colour shades cast metal provide pouring holes in moulds prevent casting adhesion attend to detail in casting processes repair mould defects pour molten metal into moulds match product moulds cast jewellery metal construct cores fill moulds construct coquilles maintain moulds