Description
Maintain the specified thickness of glass by adjusting the speed of rolls on the kiln.
Alternative labels
ensure glass thickness
ensuring thickness of glass
maintaining thickness of glass
ensure thickness of glass
maintaining glass thickness
glass thickness ensuring
maintain thickness of glass
glass thickness maintaining
ensuring glass thickness
Skill type
skill/competence
Skill reusability level
cross-sector
Relationships with occupations
Essential skill
Maintain glass thickness is an essential skill of the following occupations:
Drawing kiln operator: Drawing kiln operators are responsible for continuous sheet flat glass production by manipulating the drawing kiln that processes molten glass.
Glass-blower: Glass-blowers design, produce and decorate glass artefacts such as stained glass windows, mirrors and architectural glass. Some glass-blowers specialise in restoring, renovating and repairing original pieces. They may also work as scientific glass-blowers, designing and repairing laboratory glass.
Optional skill
Maintain glass thickness is optional for these occupations. This means knowing this skill may be an asset for career advancement if you are in one of these occupations.
References
- Maintain glass thickness – ESCO