Keyword

Blower

Bottle Blower

Bulb Blower

Minimum-Diploma in Ceramic/Glass Technology

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The tasks a

Blower, Glassis expected to perform include:

Blowing molten glass into shape by means of blowpipe

Receiving blowpipe with molten glass from blower helper

Shaping glass by blowing into and manipulating pipe or by blowing glass into shape of mould

Knowledge ofdesigning, producing and finishing decorative pieces

Proficient in using molten glass  and a blowing iron

Well-versed withusing decorative techniques, including engraving, acid-etching, stencilling, etc.

Ability to restore, renovate and repair original pieces

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Attention to detail

Agile

Hardworking

Hand-eye co-ordination

It requires one to be on their toes

Need not handle a team

Local travelling is not a part of this job role

Part-time work and contractual jobs are available in some cities

Work from home option is not available

Working hours
Factories usually work for 6 days a week and 8/10 hours every day. This may vary from factory to factory

Shift system maybe available

Is the job suitable for a candidate with special needs?
This job is suitable for candidates with One Leg (OL), Low Vision(LV), Hearing Impaired(HH)

The job islisted asmildly hazardous or dangerous under The Factories Act 1948 (section 87)

Occupational hazards may include respiratory illnesses, burns, cuts, ergonomic, bronchial and pulmonary diseases,etc.

Health risks include disinfectants, hot molten glass, solvents, paints, and compressed gases, potential exposures to allergens,working in wet locations,etc.

For freshers - INR 8,000 to INR 9,000 per month

For candidates with 2-4 years of experience or more - INR 10,000 to INR 12,500 per month

(These figures are indicative and subject to change)

An Overview Of the Indian Ceramic and Glass Industry of India

Ceramic Industry

The ceramics industry in India came into existence about a century ago and has matured over time to form an industrial base. From traditional pottery making, the industry has evolved to find its place in the market for sophisticated insulators, electronic and electrical items. Over the years, the industry has been modernizing through new innovations in product profile, quality and design to emerge as a modern, world-class industry, ready to take on global competition. The Indian Ceramic Industry ranks at 8th position in the world and produces around 2.5% of global output. The industry provides employment to 5,50,000 people, of whom 50,000 are directly employed. Gujarat accounts for around 70% of total ceramic production.

Glass Industry

Fuelled by growth in sectors like real estate, infrastructure, retail, automotive and food & beverages, the country's glass industry will acquire a market size worth 340 billion by 2015. The organized glass industry as in 2013, employs 30 lakh people directly and provides indirect employment to 5 lakh people whereas the unorganized sector employs around 5-6 lakh people. About 75% of the total glass industries are concentrated in Uttar Pradesh, Maharashtra, Gujarat, Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh. The highest employment in the glass industry is in Gujarat followed by Uttar Pradesh, Maharashtra and Andhra Pradesh.As the industry grows, so will the demand for professionals such as Blower, Glass.

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