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On a manufacturing floor,

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technical problems

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can result in complete havoc.

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Molders, shapers and casters

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need to be composed and consistent

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to carry out detailed production processes,

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they may craft food products, candles,

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tiles, figurines, and pipes

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from a variety of materials,

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such as clay, glass, concrete, and stone.

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Stone cutters and carvers

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follow diagrams to cut stone

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with hand and pneumatic tools.

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They also use sandblasting

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and polishing equipment to finish the stone.

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Glass workers shape molten glass

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according to patterns.

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They heat glass at very high temperatures

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until it becomes pliable,

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then mold or blow it

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to form products.

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Minor injuries, such as burns and cuts,

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occur frequently.

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Potters make ceramic and stoneware products

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using production machines

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or a potter's wheel that spins the clay

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as the potter shapes it with their hands.

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Potters mix and apply glazes,

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and operate the kilns

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to harden the pottery.

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Molding and casting workers

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mix materials, construct and fill molds,

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and cast products

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from metal, clay, or plaster.

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They use heating equipment

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to bake material,

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then finish products by boring holes,

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trimming excess material,

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or stamping with identification symbols.

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Conditions that are sometimes hazardous

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require most of these workers

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to wear protective clothing

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and equipment every day.

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They stand and make repetitive motions

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much of the day,

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and may work around loud noise.

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Most positions require

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a high school diploma,

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although potters typically require

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technical training or on-the-job experience.