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Your Role:
The Glass Technician in Bellefonte, PA will manipulate raw glass tubing and rods through a variety of manual tooling operations in the fabrication of scientific glass fittings, scientific glass products and related apparatus. Job duties include:
Receives and interprets work orders
Manufacture and fill ORBO, glass thermal desorption tubes, and glass GC liners.
Uses bench crossfire, torches, hand rollers and hand forming tools to form various shapes and configurations from glass tubing and rod
Use automated and semi-automated equipment to assist in the manipulation of glass rod and tubing.
Follow written work instructions and drawings and manufacture to tight tolerances.
Perform manufacturing duties to include tube filling, wool plugs, tube sealing and packaging.
Assist in the instruction of coworkers.
Operate and maintain necessary tools, equipment, and apparatus used in glass parts production.
Maintain a clean, neat, and well-organized work area.
Perform other relevant duties as assigned.
Physical Requirements:
Capable of bending, stooping, lifting, pushing, and pulling low to moderate weight
Sufficient manual dexterity to perform the required job tasks.
Occasional use of ladders and steps
Capable of seeing and hearing within normal limits.
Operates laboratory apparatus
Wears appropriate personal protective equipment.
Works in a laboratory setting where chemicals are used
Who You Are:
Minimum Qualifications:
High School Diploma or GED
1 + year of experience in scientific glass blowing
OR
Associate degree in Scientific Glass Technology (or experience completed through a structured glassblowing apprenticeship).
Preferred Qualifications:
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