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Glass process control operators

OaSIS code 94102.01

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

Overview

Also known as

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.

Similar occupations classified elsewhere

Exclusions:

  • Glaziers (73111)
  • Supervisors, mineral and metal processing (92010)
  • Labourers in mineral and metal processing (95100)
  • Neon sign maker (in 94202.01 Assemblers, electrical appliance, apparatus and equipment manufacturing)
  • Glass inspector (in 94104.00 Inspectors and testers, mineral and metal processing)
  • Glass blowers (53124.02)

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

Work characteristics

Work characteristics gathers the various components describing the work environment of each occupation, such as employers, work activities, and the work context. Each category displays up to 10 descriptors in descending order based, firstly, on their attributed ratings by the level of complexity (for Work Activities) or other measurement dimensions (for Work Context), and secondly, in alphabetical order. The whole list of descriptors and their ratings can be expanded at the bottom of each page.

Work Activities

Proficiency or complexity level
Controlling Machines and Processes
4 - High Level
Electronic Maintenance
3 - Moderate Level
Handling and Moving Objects
3 - Moderate Level
Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Material
3 - Moderate Level
Interacting with Computers
3 - Moderate Level

Work Context

Structural Job Characteristics

Structured versus Unstructured Work
Degree of freedom to determine tasks and priorities
1 - Very low amount of freedom
Work Week Duration
Worked hours in a typical week
2 - Between 35 to 40 hours

Physical Work Environment

Physical Proximity
Physical distance from others
3 - Somewhat close (e.g. share office)

Physical Demands

Sitting
Duration
1 - Very little time
Standing
Duration
5 - All the time, or almost all the time
Bending or Twisting the Body
Duration
2 - Less than half the time

Interpersonal Relations

Contact with Others
Frequency
4 - Every day, a few times per day
Duration
4 - More than half the time
Work with Work Group or Team
Importance
2 - Somewhat important
Frequency
4 - Every day, a few times per day

Workplaces/employers

  • Glass and glass products manufacturing companies

Skills and abilities

This section displays the various competencies required for an occupation. Each category displays up to 10 descriptors in descending order based, firstly, on their attributed ratings by the level of proficiency (for Skills and Abilities) or importance (for Personal Attributes) and secondly, in alphabetical order. The whole list of descriptors and their ratings can be expanded at the bottom of each page.

Abilities

Proficiency or complexity level
Rate Control
4 - High Level
Reaction Time
4 - High Level
Arm-Hand Steadiness
3 - Moderate Level
Auditory Attention
3 - Moderate Level
Body Flexibility
3 - Moderate Level

Skills

Proficiency or complexity level
Operation and Control
4 - High Level
Operation Monitoring of Machinery and Equipment
4 - High Level
Preventative Maintenance
3 - Moderate Level
Quality Control Testing
3 - Moderate Level
Repairing
3 - Moderate Level

Personal Attributes

Importance
Attention to Detail
3 - Important
Adaptability
2 - Somewhat important
Analytical Thinking
2 - Somewhat important
Collaboration
2 - Somewhat important
Independence
2 - Somewhat important