Glass cutter job description
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Example glass cutter requirements on a job description
Glass cutter requirements can be divided into technical requirements and required soft skills. The lists below show the most common requirements included in glass cutter job postings.
Sample glass cutter requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Extensive experience in cutting glass
- Knowledge of different types of glass
- Strong hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity
- Proficiency in the use of tools and equipment needed
Sample required glass cutter soft skills
- Excellent customer service skills
- Ability to work independently and in a team environment
- Strong problem-solving skills
- Ability to work under tight deadlines
Glass cutter job description example 1
Westlake Chemical glass cutter job description
The glass cutter is responsible for cutting glass to size and shape using various tools and equipment. This role is in charge marking out dimensions using patterns, scribing around the pattern or straight edge using cutting tools, and smoothing out rough edges with hand tools.
ESSENTIAL FUCTIONS
* Comply with Westlake Safety Policies.
* Regular attendance, timeliness and scheduling flexibility.
* Cuts flat glass and mirrors to specified size and shape, using patterns, straightedge, tape measure, and glass cutting tools.
* Scribes around pattern or along straightedge, using cutting tool.
* Breaks away excess glass by hand or with notched tool or glass pinchers.
* In a glass manufacturing plant, pack glass in proper orientation onto racks to prepare it for customer shipment.
* Maintain a count of the number of pieces of glass placed on the rack.
* Check for defects or bad cuts that might be getting through the cutter area. Communicate with cutter lab and supervisor as needed.
* Inspect glass for any defects.
* Positions pattern on glass or measure dimensions and marks cutting lines, using glass cutting tools.
* Communicate with shift supervisors, and other line support regarding operational issues.
* Ensure proper performance of all plant glass processes/systems and production equipment through effective. use of planning, troubleshooting and/or diagnostics skills.
* Perform duties that require the use of specific machines.
* Turn in completed orders on time.
* Process work orders and procedures.
* Perform other duties and responsibilities requested by the supervisor.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
The employee should hold the following abilities:
* Must be able to work well in a team environment.
* Must be able to read, write, and speak English.
* Must be able to understand verbal and written instructions.
* Must possess strong communication and organizational skills.
* Must have the ability to multi-task.
* Ability to use hand tools.
* Ability to read tape measure accurately.
* Must be able to work independently and use good judgment.
* Ability to maintain attention to detail.
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE
* High school diploma or the equivalent.
* Must be able to understand verbal and written instructions.
* Read, write, speak English.
* Basic mathematical calculations.
* 3-5 years experience running production glass equipment.
ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT
The employee should possess the ability to:
* Be exposed to temperature extremes inside or out.
* Be exposed to sounds or noise levels that maybe uncomfortable.
* Prolong standing for up to 12 hours performing shift work or in a stationary position.
* Complete repetitive movements.
* Bend or twist.
* Wear all required personal protective equipment.
* Work in constant noise above 85 decibels.
* Handle, control or feel objects, tools or controls.
* Lift/move up to 50 pounds.
* Remove or replace items up to 50 pounds.
* Ascend or descend stairs.
ESSENTIAL FUCTIONS
* Comply with Westlake Safety Policies.
* Regular attendance, timeliness and scheduling flexibility.
* Cuts flat glass and mirrors to specified size and shape, using patterns, straightedge, tape measure, and glass cutting tools.
* Scribes around pattern or along straightedge, using cutting tool.
* Breaks away excess glass by hand or with notched tool or glass pinchers.
* In a glass manufacturing plant, pack glass in proper orientation onto racks to prepare it for customer shipment.
* Maintain a count of the number of pieces of glass placed on the rack.
* Check for defects or bad cuts that might be getting through the cutter area. Communicate with cutter lab and supervisor as needed.
* Inspect glass for any defects.
* Positions pattern on glass or measure dimensions and marks cutting lines, using glass cutting tools.
* Communicate with shift supervisors, and other line support regarding operational issues.
* Ensure proper performance of all plant glass processes/systems and production equipment through effective. use of planning, troubleshooting and/or diagnostics skills.
* Perform duties that require the use of specific machines.
* Turn in completed orders on time.
* Process work orders and procedures.
* Perform other duties and responsibilities requested by the supervisor.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
The employee should hold the following abilities:
* Must be able to work well in a team environment.
* Must be able to read, write, and speak English.
* Must be able to understand verbal and written instructions.
* Must possess strong communication and organizational skills.
* Must have the ability to multi-task.
* Ability to use hand tools.
* Ability to read tape measure accurately.
* Must be able to work independently and use good judgment.
* Ability to maintain attention to detail.
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE
* High school diploma or the equivalent.
* Must be able to understand verbal and written instructions.
* Read, write, speak English.
* Basic mathematical calculations.
* 3-5 years experience running production glass equipment.
ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT
The employee should possess the ability to:
* Be exposed to temperature extremes inside or out.
* Be exposed to sounds or noise levels that maybe uncomfortable.
* Prolong standing for up to 12 hours performing shift work or in a stationary position.
* Complete repetitive movements.
* Bend or twist.
* Wear all required personal protective equipment.
* Work in constant noise above 85 decibels.
* Handle, control or feel objects, tools or controls.
* Lift/move up to 50 pounds.
* Remove or replace items up to 50 pounds.
* Ascend or descend stairs.
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Updated March 14, 2024
Updated March 14, 2024