glass forming machine operator

Description

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.

EssentialOptional

Theoretical Knowledge

quality standards blow moulding coating substances mechanics

Practical Skills

tend glass forming machines perform test run set up the controller of a machine monitor automated machines adjust feeder tubes prevent casting adhesion observe products' behaviour under processing conditions troubleshoot measure materials wear appropriate protective gear observe glass under heat inspect glass sheet supply machine optimise production processes parameters construct moulds monitor manufacturing impact form moulding mixture consult technical resources tend kiln for glass painting perform product testing tend lehr transfer glaze record production data for quality control adjust burner controls maintain moulds manage waste tend coating machine feed mirror machine inspect quality of products maintain equipment check quality of raw materials monitor end-product drying process monitor conveyor belt form bed for glass operate drying blowers remove defective products