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Glass Finisher – Edge and Surface Finishing Ausbildung in Germany

German name: Glasveredler/in - Kanten- und Flächenveredlung

The apprenticeship as a Glass Finisher specializing in Edge and Surface Finishing is a recognized 3-year vocational training program in industry and crafts. You will learn to design glass surfaces and edges artistically and functionally using various techniques such as grinding, polishing, etching, or sandblasting. This profession requires precision and creativity.

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What you do

  • Cut and process glass and glass products according to templates
  • Grind, polish, and bevel edges to refine them
  • Structure surfaces using etching, sandblasting, or laser techniques
  • Apply patterns, motifs, or lettering to glass surfaces
  • Set up and operate machines and tools for glass finishing
  • Perform quality checks on finished glass pieces
  • Advise customers on design options and materials (in craft businesses)

Requirements

  • Good secondary school certificate (Hauptschule or Realschule equivalent)
  • Manual dexterity and fine motor skills
  • Technical understanding and interest in machinery
  • Diligence, precision, and a keen eye for detail
  • Creativity and a sense for aesthetics and forms
  • Spatial imagination
  • Teamwork skills and willingness to communicate

Career prospects

  1. 1Specialization in specific finishing techniques (e.g., leaded glass, restoration)
  2. 2Further training to become a Master Glass Finisher (Glasveredlermeister/in)
  3. 3Advanced training to become a Technician in Glass Technology
  4. 4Degree programs in design or materials engineering (with university entrance qualification)
  5. 5Self-employment with your own glass finishing workshop

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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 – Edge and Surface Finishing 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 – Edge and Surface Finishing 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 – Edge and Surface Finishing Ausbildung?

Good secondary school certificate (Hauptschule or Realschule equivalent); Manual dexterity and fine motor skills; Technical understanding and interest in machinery; Diligence, precision, and a keen eye for detail.

Where can I find open Glass Finisher – Edge and Surface Finishing Ausbildung positions?

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

How to apply as a Glass Finisher – Edge and Surface Finishing

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.