Job Description:

• 1) Operates automatic, multiunit machine to form bulbs and other glass products from tubular stock: Loads glass tubes in feed mechanism and clamps collets around rods to secure and position tubular stock for molding process.

• 2) Observes operation to determine variations from prescribed temperature levels, and turns controls, aims burners, or places and ignites auxiliary burners to adjust temperatures.

• 3) Turns controls to regulate air pressure or vacuum processing in molds.

• 4) Adjusts stops and guides that control indexing and positioning of glass rods in machine units to correct alignment or timing of sequence.

• 5) Swabs molds with lubricant to prevent glass from adhering to mold walls.

• 6) Replaces defective air and gas lines and tubes, using handtools.

• 7) Inspects bulbs for color or transparency, size, shape, and wall thickness, using color panels, templates, and dial indicators.