Lens Cutting Worker (Glass Product Manufacturing)
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Manufacturing process of cutting glass stock sheets along lens shapes or specified dimensions to prepare them for subsequent polishing and forming processes.
Description
Lens cutting workers process glass lens blanks for cameras and optical instruments using cutting machines (such as diamond wheel cutting machines) based on drawings and process specifications. The work includes setting cutting conditions, attaching and adjusting wheels, managing coolant and removing chips during cutting, and safety monitoring. After cutting, dimensions are measured with calipers or micrometers, and reprocessing or adjustments are performed if they do not meet quality requirements. High precision is required, so attention to detail and skill acquisition are important, and careers can expand into machine maintenance or quality control tasks.
Future Outlook
While stable demand is expected due to the expanding demand for high-precision optical products, the introduction of automation and laser cutting technologies is advancing, requiring the advancement of machine operation and maintenance skills.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Career Path
Lens Cutting Worker → Team Leader → Production Technology Staff → Quality Control Staff → Line Manager
Required Skills
Blueprint Reading / Diamond Wheel Attachment and Adjustment / Machine Operation / Measuring Instrument Operation (Calipers, Micrometers)
Recommended Skills
Crane Slinging Operations / Forklift Driving / Machine Maintenance / QC Seven Tools
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because compliance with dimensional tolerances directly affects quality. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Because there are many routine tasks and few opportunities for original idea generation. |
Related Qualifications
- Forklift Operator
- Glass Product Manufacturing Technician
- Slinging Technician
Aliases
- Glass Lens Cutting Worker
- Lens Cutting Operator
Related Jobs
- Forming Worker
- Glass Processing Worker
- Glass Product Assembler
- Polishing Worker