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Occupation Code: 7221 Blacksmith and Forging Press Worker
Alternative titles: Forge Worker, Hammersmith
Job description and duties
Blacksmiths and Forging Press Workers work with various metals and alloys to produce items used in industry, decorative items and items for everyday use. A Blacksmith and Forging Press Worker is typically expected to:
• Heat, bend and hammer metal into shape
• Repair equipment (where applicable)
• Adjust and sharpen blades and other cutting
tools
• Assemble and disassemble machinery
(where applicable)
• Operate and repair furnaces
• Forge metals using hydraulic equipment and
hammers
• Weld metals together
• Polish, sand and oil metallic objects
• Supervise production units
• Monitor inventory
Work environment
Blacksmiths and Forging Press Workers typically work in an industrial environment out of a garage, workshop or factory.
Blacksmiths and Forging Press Workers typically work on a full-time basis. Additionally, Blacksmiths and Forging Press Workers may choose to work on a self-employed basis.
Occupation data
Entry level education / special licences / warrants
Although Blacksmiths and Forging Press Workers may learn the trade while on-the-job, knowledge of welding may be useful to enter this occupation. Training programmes include:
• Diploma in Welding and Fabrication (MCAST) (MQF Level 3)
• Advanced Diploma in Welding and Fabrication (MCAST) (MQF Level 4)
Additionally, short courses focusing on specific types of welding include:
• Basic Manual Metal Arc Welding (MMA)
• Manual Metal Arc Welding (MMA)
• Metal Inert Gas (MIG) Welding
• Oxy-Acetylene Welding
• Tungstan Inert Gas Welding (TIG)
• Gas Tungstan Arc Welding (GTAW)
For further details on specific entry requirements, it is advisable to consult the respective educational institution’s website.
Number of employees (2017)
30
Share of foreigners (2017)
20%
Job Outlook (2018 - 2022)
+10%
Median Pay (per annum)
€15,400
Occupational Handbook 2018
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