Glass Blowers, Molders, Benders, and Finisher

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  Production Occupations

Glass Blowers, Molders, Benders, and Finisher

Also Called: Gaffer, Glass Bender, Glass Blower, Glass Lathe Operator, Glass Tube Bender, Glassblower, Neon Glass Bender, Neon Tube Bender, Gaffer, Glass Bender, Glass Blower, Glass Lathe Operator, Glass Tube Bender, Glassblower, Neon Glass Bender, Neon Tube Bender

What they do

Shape molten glass according to patterns.

$32,540
Starting Salary (2023)
$43,310
Median Salary (2023)
2.4%
Projected Job Growth
38,480
Employment (2022)

Typical Tasks

Inspect, weigh, and measure products to verify conformance to specifications, using instruments such as micrometers, calipers, magnifiers, or rulers.
Heat glass to pliable stage, using gas flames or ovens and rotating glass to heat it uniformly.
Record manufacturing information, such as quantities, sizes, or types of goods produced.
Set up and adjust machine press stroke lengths and pressures and regulate oven temperatures, according to glass types to be processed.
Determine types and quantities of glass required to fabricate products.

A day in the life

What kind of work is this?

Realistic
Practical, Physical Work
Conventional
Organized, Procedural Work
Investigative
Studying, Research based work

What personality traits do you need to succeed?

Attention to Detail
Dependability
Independence
Initiative
Persistence
Cooperation

What key skills are needed for this job?

Operations Monitoring
Operation and Control
Quality Control Analysis
Monitoring
Critical Thinking
Reading Comprehension

Expected Knowledge

Production and Processing
Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.
Design
Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models.
Mechanical
Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.

Common Activities

Getting Information
Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.
Controlling Machines and Processes
Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines or processes (not including computers or vehicles).
Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates
Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.

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