Optical Glass and Silverwork

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Industry & Occupation

Engineering & Manufacturing

Classification

Summary

Specialized occupation that shapes optical glass parts through cutting and polishing, and processes silver products through casting, engraving, polishing, etc.

Description

Optical glass and silverwork involves precisely forming, polishing, and coating glass materials for eyeglass lenses and optical instrument parts, while also performing casting, engraving, polishing, and finishing processes for silver products. Using clean rooms and specialized equipment, dimensions and surface shapes are inspected with micrometers and interferometers to ensure optical performance. For silverwork, engraving and polishing are applied after melting and casting to achieve both decorative and functional qualities. Maintaining high precision and uniform quality requires managing the work environment and performing regular equipment calibration.

Future Outlook

Demand for high-precision optical parts and special silverwork products remains stable. While automation advances, skilled artisans' manual work is essential for prototyping and fine adjustments, so demand for specialized technicians is expected to be maintained.

Personality Traits

Dexterous Hands Skilled in Fine Work / High Concentration / Meticulous / Patient

Work Style

Clean Room / Contract Processing / Factory Work / Precision Equipment Manufacturer / Small Team

Career Path

Apprentice → Optical Glass Processing Technician → Silversmith Artisan → Chief Technician → Quality Control Staff → Technical Instructor

Required Skills

Cleaning and Degreasing / Engraving Technology / Fine Measurement / Grinding Processing / Polishing Technology / Surface Treatment Knowledge

Recommended Skills

CAD/CAM Operation / English Technical Document Reading / Metal Casting / Quality Control / Vacuum Deposition Equipment Operation

Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)

Item Description
Attention to Detail & Accuracy Because minute scratches or dimensional errors affect optical performance.

Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)

Item Description
Physical Stamina & Endurance Mainly seated work, so physical load is not that high.

Aliases

  • Optical Glass Processing Technician
  • Silversmith

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