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Glass Blower – Glass Design Ausbildung in Germany

German name: Glasbläser/in - Glasgestaltung

As a Glass Blower specializing in Glass Design, you will learn a traditional craft that combines creativity and precision. This recognized vocational training program takes place in both industrial and artisanal settings, and its duration varies. It involves shaping and designing glass objects, ranging from artistic works to technical components.

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What you do

  • Melting and heating glass raw materials at high temperatures
  • Shaping and blowing glass using specialized tools and techniques
  • Designing glass objects according to drafts or personal ideas
  • Controlling cooling processes to prevent tension in the glass
  • Preparing tools and workspaces with safety in mind
  • Performing quality checks on finished glass products
  • Repairing and restoring glass items

Requirements

  • Excellent manual dexterity and fine motor skills
  • Good hand-eye coordination
  • Creativity and an eye for shapes and colors
  • Technical understanding and interest in the physics/chemistry of materials
  • Physical resilience and ability to work in a hot environment
  • Diligence and responsibility when handling glass and heat
  • At least a secondary school certificate (Hauptschulabschluss or Realschulabschluss)

Career prospects

  1. 1Specialization in areas such as art glass, laboratory glass, or industrial glass
  2. 2Further training to become a Master Glass Blower (Glasbläsermeister)
  3. 3Establishing your own glass blowing studio or workshop
  4. 4Studying design, glass technology, or materials engineering
  5. 5Taking on leadership positions in glass manufacturing companies

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Frequently asked questions

Answers from our data on salary, length, German level and open positions.

How much do you earn in a Glass Blower – Glass Design Ausbildung in Germany?

Usually 700 to 1,100 € a month. Pay rises with each year of training; the company sets the exact amount.

What German level do I need for a Glass Blower – Glass Design Ausbildung?

Usually B2 German is enough. It is a guideline: some companies ask for more, some accept less.

What are the requirements for a Glass Blower – Glass Design Ausbildung?

Excellent manual dexterity and fine motor skills; Good hand-eye coordination; Creativity and an eye for shapes and colors; Technical understanding and interest in the physics/chemistry of materials.

Where can I find open Glass Blower – Glass Design Ausbildung positions?

There are no open positions right now. New positions come in several times a day.

How to apply as a Glass Blower – Glass Design

Create your German CV, no account needed. Then apply to one of the open positions.

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Career information is based on BERUFENET by the Federal Employment Agency.