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Molders, Shapers, and Casters, Except Metal and Plastic

Also called: Caster, Mold Mechanic, Molder, Molding Line Operator

What they do:

Mold, shape, form, cast, or carve products such as food products, figurines, tile, pipes, and candles consisting of clay, glass, plaster, concrete, stone, or combinations of materials.

On the job, you would:
  • Read work orders or examine parts to determine parts or sections of products to be produced.
  • Trim or remove excess material, using scrapers, knives, or band saws.
  • Brush or spray mold surfaces with parting agents or insert paper into molds to ensure smoothness and prevent sticking or seepage.
On the job, you'll need:

Manufactured or Agricultural Goods

  • manufacture and distribution of products

Engineering and Technology

  • mechanical

Basic Skills

  • reading work related information
  • keeping track of how well people and/or groups are doing in order to make improvements

Problem Solving

  • noticing a problem and figuring out the best way to solve it

Hand and Finger Use

  • keep your arm or hand steady
  • hold or move items with your hands

Verbal

  • read and understand what is written
  • listen and understand what people say

Realistic

People interested in this work like activities that include practical, hands-on problems and solutions.

  • Attention to Detail
  • Dependability
  • Cooperation
  • Self Control
  • Independence
  • Integrity

Spreadsheet software

  • Microsoft Excel

Electronic mail software

  • Microsoft Outlook

Computer aided manufacturing CAM software

  • Mastercam computer-aided design and manufacturing software

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Job Outlook

The job outlook for this position is Average.

New job opportunities are likely in the future.

Median Annual Salary: $39,590

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