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94102.01 – Glass process control operators

Glass process control operators run multi-functional process control machinery to melt, form and cut float glass and glass products.

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    Core competencies

    • Operation and Control to control machines that heat, anneal, temper and form float glass and glass products
    • Operation Monitoring of Machinery and Equipment to observe gauges, computer printouts and video monitors required to process glass
    • Perceptual Speed to quickly interpret data from gauges, monitors and computer printouts to ensure processing conditions meet specifications
    • Rate Control and Reaction Time to adjust controls in order to coat glass with silver and other metals and materials
    • Attention to Detail to ensure precise adjustments in machinery settings, material levels and coating applications
    • Knowledge in Vehicle, Machinery and Equipment Operations to understand how to properly set up or calibrate machines for different glass forming processes, and to know the safety features and emergency shutdown procedures for the machinery

    Main duties

    This group performs some or all of the following duties:

    • Glass process control operators

      • Operate multi-function process control machinery through control panels, computer terminals or other control systems to mix and melt raw materials; heat, anneal, temper or form float glass or glass products; and coat glass with silver or other metals and materials
      • Observe gauges, computer printouts and video monitors to verify specified processing conditions and make adjustments as necessary
      • Maintain shift log of production and other data
      • May operate process control machinery to cut glass or assemble glass window units
      • May clean and maintain process machinery
      • May ensure adequate levels of oil, soap, talc or other materials used in machine production of glass.

    Additional information

    • Mobility is possible among the various types of machine operators in this unit group.
    • Progression to supervisory positions is possible with experience.

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    NOC hierarchy breakdown

    NOC version

    NOC 2021 Version 1.0

    Broad occupational category

    9 – Occupations in manufacturing and utilities

    TEER

    4 – Occupations usually require a secondary school diploma; or several weeks of on-the-job training

    Major group

    94 – Machine operators, assemblers and inspectors in processing, manufacturing and printing

    Sub-major group

    941 – Processing and manufacturing machine operators and related production workers

    Minor group

    9410 – Machine operators and related workers in mineral and metal products processing and manufacturing

    Unit group

    94102 – Glass forming and finishing machine operators and glass cutters

    Occupational profile

    94102.01 – Glass process control operators

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