Is being a moulder or caster a good fit for you?
Shapes, casts or carves products such as tiles, pipes, candles and figurines from clay, glass, plaster, concrete or stone.
What the work involves
- Reads work orders or examines parts to find which sections of products to make.
- Trims or removes extra material using scrapers, knives or band saws.
- Brushes or sprays moulds with release agents, or inserts paper, so they come out smooth and clean.
- Engraves or stamps identifying symbols, letters or numbers on products.
The interests that suit it
People in this work tend to be hands-on and organising. Here is how much each of the six kinds of interest comes into it.
What it tends to reward
Compared with other work, this job stands out for:
- Belonging. People who look out for each other, and a manager who has your back.
How much training it needs
Fast start. Little or some training needed. Rules differ from country to country, so check locally before you commit.
Find out if it fits you
Answer quick questions about what you like doing and what keeps you going. We match you with roles from over 900 kinds of work, and you can see if a moulder or caster is one of yours.
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