Wet Inspector, Optical Glass Job Description:

Inspects optical glass immersed in chemical bath, to detect striae (internal stresses): Selects premixed chemical solution or mixes liquid chemicals in tank according to refraction index and grade of glass. Immerses glass in bath and focuses Burton lamp, collimating light, or striae scope on glass to detect internal stresses (striae). Marks defective areas with pencil. Writes inspection results and maintains permanent records for each melt. Sorts and grades glass according to type of defect noted. May operate transmission machine [Glass Checker (optical goods)] to examine glass for strain. May saw glass stock [Glass Cutter (any industry)].