Molders, Shapers, and Casters (Except Metal and Plastic)

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  • Process Technician / Mold Set Up - Plastic Injection Molding - Lakone CO - Montgomery, IL

    Perform mold , set up and color changes in accordance with established procedures including but not limited to: * Ensure molds have properly routed water * Ensure all process monitors are on and ...

  • Machine Maintenance Mechanic - QPS Employment Group - Mukwonago, WI

    ... molding machine components- Assist higher classified Mechanic(s) in correcting machine operating problems- Confer with higher classified Mechanics or Supervisor on the need for repairs and/or ...

  • Machining Opportunities in R&D - Applied Medical - Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

    Mold Maker * Project Leader OUR UNIQUE BUSINESS MODEL Vertical Integration One of the main facets of Applied Medical's business model is our strong commitment to vertical integration. Instead of ...

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What Molders, shapers, and casters Do

Mold, shape, form, cast, or carve products such as food products, figurines, tile, pipes, and candles consisting of clay, glass, plaster, concrete, stone, or combinations of materials.


Molder, shaper, and caster Salaries

  • 2020 employment: 46,300
  • May 2021 median annual wage: $37,500

Job Outlook for Molders, shapers, and casters

Projected employment change, 2020-30:

  • Number of new jobs: 7,000
  • Growth rate: 15 percent (Faster than average)

How to Become a Molder, shaper, or caster

Education and training:

  • Typical entry-level education: High school diploma or equivalent
  • Work experience in a related occupation: None
  • Typical on-the-job training: Long-term on-the-job training

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