Description
Tend automatic glass forming machines by setting them up and operating them in order to press, blow, or spin gobs of molten glass in moulds having end-products such as bottles, containers or cathode ray tubes.
Alternative labels
glass forming machines operating
operating glass forming machines
operate glass forming machines
glass forming machines tending
tending glass forming machines
Skill type
skill/competence
Skill reusability level
occupation-specific
Relationships with occupations
Essential skill
Tend glass forming machines is an essential skill of the following occupations:
Glass forming machine operator: 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.
Optional skill
Tend glass forming machines 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
- Tend glass forming machines – ESCO