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Supply Chain & ProductionDeclining

Molder, Shapers, and Casters

Operational-level

Also known as: Adobe Block Maker, Adobe Maker, Almond Paste Molder, Artificial Candy Maker

Supply Chain & ProductionBachelor's Degree

Job Description

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.
Molding & CastingCeramicsGlass FormingMaterial ScienceManufacturingProductionCraftsmanshipConstructionBuildingSkilled Trade

Skills employers are looking for in 2027

Software and technologies flagged by O*NET as Hot or In-Demand for this role.

Hot technologies
Dassault Systemes SolidWorksMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft Office softwareMicrosoft OutlookMicrosoft Word

Future Perspective

Declining Job Market

This field is experiencing contraction with decreasing job opportunities. Consider developing skills in related growing fields.

Impact of AI on this Job

AI and automation will likely streamline repetitive molding and casting processes, potentially reducing the demand for manual labor in routine tasks. However, the need for human craftsmanship, material expertise, and artistic creation for custom or complex pieces will persist, shifting roles towards oversight, maintenance, and specialized design.

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Salary

$31,982 - $63,965 per year

Estimated for US-wide average

Required Education

Bachelor's Degree

Minimum educational requirement for this position

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