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Glass Finisher – Cutting and Engraving Ausbildung in Germany

German name: Glasveredler/in - Schliff und Gravur

As a Glass Finisher specializing in Cutting and Engraving, you will learn to artistically process glass during a 3-year vocational training program. You will specialize in cutting, grinding, and engraving glass objects to create unique designs and surfaces. This recognized apprenticeship is offered in both industrial and craft settings.

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What you do

  • Designing and sketching patterns and motifs for glass objects
  • Preparing glass surfaces for various processing techniques
  • Cutting, grinding, and polishing glass using special machines and tools
  • Manually or mechanically engraving patterns and inscriptions into glass
  • Performing quality checks on the finished products
  • Maintaining and caring for work equipment and machines
  • Consulting customers on individual designs and executions

Requirements

  • At least a secondary school certificate (Hauptschulabschluss or Mittlere Reife)
  • Manual dexterity and good fine motor skills
  • Creativity and an eye for aesthetics and details
  • Good spatial imagination and precision
  • Technical understanding of machines and tools
  • Good German language skills (at least B2 level)
  • Diligence and patience when working with sensitive materials

Career prospects

  1. 1Further training to become a Master Glass Finisher (Glasveredlermeister/in)
  2. 2Specialization in specific engraving or grinding techniques
  3. 3Self-employment with your own glass finishing workshop
  4. 4Positions in product development or design
  5. 5Further training to become a State-certified Designer (Staatlich geprüfte/r Gestalter/in)

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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 Finisher – Cutting and Engraving 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 Finisher – Cutting and Engraving 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 Finisher – Cutting and Engraving Ausbildung?

At least a secondary school certificate (Hauptschulabschluss or Mittlere Reife); Manual dexterity and good fine motor skills; Creativity and an eye for aesthetics and details; Good spatial imagination and precision.

Where can I find open Glass Finisher – Cutting and Engraving Ausbildung positions?

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

How to apply as a Glass Finisher – Cutting and Engraving

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.