Olivia Adams
- Phone: +353 87 123 4567
- Email: olivia.adams@email.com
- Location: Dublin, Ireland
- LinkedIn: olivia-adams-glassart
Summary
Seven years of dedicated experience in glass blowing, molding, and finishing, consistently delivering high-quality, intricate glass products for both artistic and industrial applications. Proven ability to operate and maintain diverse glassworking equipment, ensuring precision and adherence to design specifications.
Adept at transforming raw materials into sophisticated glass forms, employing advanced techniques in lampworking, furnace work, and cold working, contributing to a 15% increase in production efficiency at previous roles.
Experience
Senior Glass Finisher & Molder, Emerald Glassworks -- Dublin, Ireland
Mar 2020 – present
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Led finishing processes for high-volume industrial glass components, achieving a defect rate reduction of 10% through meticulous quality control.
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Specialized in precision molding of borosilicate glass for scientific instrumentation, meeting stringent client specifications and tight deadlines.
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Trained and mentored junior glassworkers in safe operation of grinders, polishers, and cutting tools, enhancing team productivity by 20%.
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Collaborated with design engineers to optimize glass product designs for manufacturability and aesthetic appeal.
Glass Blower & Artist, Celtic Glass Art Studio -- Galway, Ireland
June 2017 – Feb 2020
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Executed custom artistic glass blowing projects from concept to completion, resulting in a 30% increase in commissioned works.
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Operated and maintained glass furnaces, glory holes, and annealers, ensuring optimal temperatures and energy efficiency.
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Developed and applied innovative coloring and shaping techniques to create unique art pieces, expanding the studio's product offerings.
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Managed raw material inventory and ordered specialized glass stock, ensuring uninterrupted production flow.
Glass Bender & Fabricator Assistant, Phoenix Glass Repair -- Cork, Ireland
Sept 2015 – May 2017
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Assisted in precision bending and shaping of glass tubes and rods for custom architectural and lighting installations.
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Gained foundational experience in glass cutting, grinding, and kiln work, supporting senior fabricators on complex projects.
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Maintained a safe and organized workshop environment, adhering to all health and safety regulations.
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Prepared glass surfaces for bonding and sealing, contributing to the structural integrity of fabricated pieces.
Education
National College of Art and Design (NCAD), Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Glass Design -- Dublin, Ireland
Sept 2012 – June 2015
Dublin Institute of Technology (Now TU Dublin), Certificate in Applied Glass Technology Certificate -- Dublin, Ireland
Sept 2011 – June 2012
Skills
Glass Working Techniques: Furnace Glass Blowing, Lampworking, Glass Molding, Cold Working, Glass Bending, Fusing, Slumping, Annealing, Grinding, Polishing, Cutting, Etching, Sandblasting
Materials & Equipment: Borosilicate Glass, Soda-Lime Glass, Lead Crystal, Dichroic Glass, Kilns, Glory Holes, Lathes, Oxy-Propane Torches, Diamond Tools, Respirators, PPE
Quality & Safety: Quality Control, Precision Measurement, Blueprint Reading, Material Handling, Workplace Safety Protocols, First Aid
Design & Fabrication: Custom Fabrication, Prototyping, Design Interpretation, Tool Making, Jig Fabrication, Repair & Restoration
