How do they match: Molders, Shapers, and Casters, Except Metal and Plastic

  • Molders, Shapers, and Casters, Except Metal and Plastic

  • Hand Molder and Caster

  • Align and assemble parts to produce completed products, using gauges and hand tools.
  • Assemble, insert, and adjust wires, tubes, cores, fittings, rods, or patterns into molds, using hand tools and depth gauges.
  • Bore holes or cut grates, risers, or pouring spouts in molds, using power tools.
  • Construct or form molds for use in casting clay or plaster objects, using plaster, fiberglass, rubber, casting machines, patterns, or flasks.
  • Locate and scribe parting lines on patterns, using measuring instruments, such as calipers, squares, or depth gauges.
  • Measure and cut products to specified dimensions, using measuring and cutting instruments.
  • Patch broken edges or fractures, using clay or plaster.
  • Repair mold defects, such as cracks or broken edges, using patterns, mold boxes, or hand tools.
  • Smooth surfaces of molds, using scraping tools or sandpaper.
  • Trim or remove excess material, using scrapers, knives, or band saws.
  • Verify dimensions of products, using measuring instruments, such as calipers, vernier gauges, or protractors.

  • Draw guide lines or markings on materials or workpieces using patterns or other references.
  • Measure ingredients or substances to be used in production processes.