Job Description:

• 1) Operates mechanical or hydraulic press to mold fire-clay retorts or condensers used in smelting zinc ores: Packs plastic mixture of fire-clay into mold of press and closes mold.

• 2) Pulls lever to actuate ram which forces clay into all parts of mold.

• 3) Removes molded retort or condenser from press.

• 4) Places protective jacket around retort or condenser, and puts it into drying chamber for seasoning.