Glassblower (Glass Product Manufacturing)
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Specialized worker who winds high-temperature molten glass onto a blowpipe, shapes it through heating and manual labor, and manufactures glass products.
Description
A glassblower winds glass melted in a glass furnace onto a blowpipe, inflates it by blowing air while utilizing the furnace heat, and shapes it using tools such as marvels, shears, and molds. The work is performed in a high-temperature environment, where temperature control and tool operation are crucial. After shaping, the product is slowly cooled in an annealing furnace to prevent distortion or breakage. Products range from tableware and decorative items to laboratory equipment, requiring precise work based on drawings or designs.
Future Outlook
Demand for high-quality glass products ranging from industrial products to crafts is stable or slightly increasing, making the succession of skilled artisans' techniques and roles in high-value-added markets important.
Personality Traits
Dexterous hands skilled in detailed work / High concentration / Resistant to high temperatures
Work Style
Career Path
Apprentice Glassblower → Glassblower → Expert Glassblower/Foreman → Factory Manager → Glass Craftsman
Required Skills
Annealing / Blowpipe Forming / Glass Furnace Operation / Tool Operation
Recommended Skills
Blueprints and Designs (Reading) / Colored Glass Techniques / Decoration Techniques / Safety and Health Management
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because high precision is required for fine shaping and decoration. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because it involves standing work for long periods in high-temperature environments. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because complex numerical calculations are hardly required. |
Related Qualifications
- Glass Application Skill Test Grade 1
- Glass Application Skill Test Grade 2
Aliases
- Glass Blower Artisan
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- Glass Forming Worker
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