use abrasive wheel
Use the specific abrasive wheel or the step in the finishing process according to the type of stone or workpiece.
Glass polishers finish plate glass to make a variety of glass products. They polish the edges of the glass using grinding and polishing wheels, and spray solutions on glass or operate vacuum coating machines to provide a mirrored surface.
Competences and skills
34 ESCO relationsEssential skills and competences 14 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
1 competenceCross-sector
13 competencesadjust glass sheets
Adjust glass sheets` thickness, according to the gauge readings, using asbestos pads on the sides of the kilns` cooling jacket.
ensure equipment availability
Ensure that the necessary equipment is provided, ready and available for use before start of procedures.
inspect glass sheet
Inspect the drawn sheets of glass in order to detect any flows such as blisters or stones, signalling the defective glass sheets.
keep records of work progress
Maintain records of the progress of the work including time, defects, malfunctions, etc.
measure materials
Measure the raw materials prior to their loading in the mixer or in machines, ensuring they conform with the specifications.
operate grinding hand tools
Operate a variety of hand tools designed for grinding production materials, such as angle grinders, die grinders, grindstones, bench grinders, and others.
remove defective products
Remove defective materials from the production line.
remove processed workpiece
Remove individual workpieces after processing, from the manufacturing machine or the machine tool. In case of a conveyor belt this involves quick, continuous movement.
report defective manufacturing materials
Maintain required company records and forms in order to report any defective materials or questionable conditions of manufacturing machinery and equipment.
smooth glass edges
Use automated abrasive belts to smooth or shape glass edges.
smooth glass surface
Smooth glass or lens surfaces of optical instruments with grinding and polishing tools, such as diamond tools.
use personal protection equipment
Make use of protection equipment according to training, instruction and manuals. Inspect the equipment and use it consistently.
use power tools
Operate power driven pumps. Use hand tools or power tools. Use vehicle repair tools or safety equipment.
Optional knowledge 2 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
1 competencesilvering
Process of evaporating aluminium or silver in a vacuum chamber containing glass objects, such as mirrors or optical instruments, to obtain a reflective coating. Some methods also use pure oxygen or a layer of quartz.
Cross-sector
1 competencebasic chemicals
The production and characteristisc of organic basic chemicals such as ethanol, methanol, benzene and inorganic basic chemicals such as oxygen, nitrogen, hydrogen.
Optional skills and competences 18 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
3 competencesadjust measuring machines
Adjust the tension and the position of the belt on the measuring machines` spindles, following the belt-size chart specifications.
cut glass
Use glass cutting tools or diamond blades to cut pieces out of glass plates, including mirrors.
feed mirror machine
Feed the glass silvering machine with mirror glass.
Cross-sector
15 competencesanalyse stress resistance of products
Analyse the ability of products to endure stress imposed by temperature, loads, motion, vibration and other factors, by using mathematical formulas and computer simulations.
digital
apply a protective layer
Apply a layer of protective solutions such as permethrine to protect the product from damage such as corrosion, fire or parasites, using a spray gun or paintbrush.
clean equipment
Perform cleaning routines after equipment use.
consult technical resources
Read and interpret technical resources such as digital or paper drawings and adjustment data in order to properly set up a machine or working tool, or to assemble mechanical equipment.
handle broken glass sheets
Handle the damaged glass sheets so that they do not collapse into the kiln by closing the roll of the drawing kiln.
inspect quality of products
Use various techniques to ensure the product quality is respecting the quality standards and specifications. Oversee defects, packaging and sendbacks of products to different production departments.
maintain equipment
Regularly inspect and perform all required activities to maintain the equipment in functional order prior or after its use.
manage waste
Manage or dispose of significant amounts of waste materials and/or hazardous materials, in accordance with legislation, thereby respecting environmental and company responsibilities. Ensure required licenses and permits are in place and reasonable management practices, industry standards, or commonly accepted farming practices followed.
green
- Scope note
- Includes recycling regulations.
monitor automated machines
Continuously check up on the automated machine's set-up and execution or make regular control rounds. If necessary, record and interpret data on the operating conditions of installations and equipment in order to identify abnormalities.
digital
paint with a paint gun
Use a paint gun to coat or paint surfaces of items which are stationary or moving on a conveyor belt. Load the equipment with the suitable type of paint and spray the paint onto the surface in an even and controlled manner to prevent paint from dripping or splashing.
perform product testing
Test processed workpieces or products for basic faults.
rinse glass
Rinse the glass following the bevelling process using water in order to remove the abrasive residue.
set up the controller of a machine
Set up and give commands to a machine by dispatching the appropriate data and input into the (computer) controller corresponding with the desired processed product.
digital
supply machine
Ensure the machine is fed the necessary and adequate materials and control the placement or automatic feed and retrieval of work pieces in the machines or machine tools on the production line.
tend coating machine
Tend manufacturing machines designed to coat workpiece surfaces by applying various coating machine processes, such as powder coating, monitor and operate it according to regulations.