Glass forming and finishing machine operators and glass cutters perform some or all of the following duties:

• Operate machinery to mix raw materials and melt glass in high-temperature furnaces
• Set up and adjust automated feeding and forming machines to shape molten glass into products
• Operate machines to grind, drill, polish, bevel, or finish glass products to required specifications
• Cut glass manually or using CNC and automated glass-cutting machines
• Monitor gauges, sensors, and digital control panels to ensure optimal processing conditions
• Inspect finished products visually and with precision instruments to ensure quality standards
• Handle glass safely using lifting equipment and follow strict safety procedures
• Maintain production logs and report equipment issues or defects
• Assist in cleaning, maintaining, and troubleshooting glass processing equipment

These are the typical employment requirements and benefits associated with this occupation in Canada:

• Completion of secondary school is usually required.
• Previous experience as a machine operator helper in glass manufacturing is typically required for advanced roles.
• Experience in manual glass cutting or glass shop work is required for hand glass cutters.
• On-the-job training is typically provided by employers.
• WHMIS (Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System) certification is required.
• Training in handling vacuum lifting equipment and safety procedures is often required.
• Basic understanding of automated machinery and control systems is an asset.
• Manual dexterity, attention to detail, and safety awareness are essential.