Salary by experience
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| Experience | Salary (CHF) |
|---|---|
| 0-2 yrs | CHF 52'000 |
| 3-5 yrs | CHF 52'000 |
| 6-8 yrs | CHF 52'000 |
| 9-11 yrs | CHF 60'000 |
| 12-21 yrs | CHF 61'200 |
| 21+ yrs | CHF 63'050 |
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Swiss professionsDesign & Crafts
Glasbläser/in
You shape handcrafted glass of unique quality
01 · Overview
What this profession is about
You make glass items by hand that are not economically viable to produce by machine
Art and everyday objects emerge from liquid glass in the workshop. You work with heat and breath to shape cups, vases, or lighting fixtures. Each piece is unique. Machines cannot replace this variety. You combine craftsmanship with precision. You create lasting objects for daily use or as decorative art
FieldDesign & Crafts
Education pathSpecialisation / Professional Function
IndustryArt & Crafts
Swissdoc 0.822.63.0
02 · Salary
What you can earn
✓ Strong salary match
Salaries reflect Swiss market data. Range covers entry to senior. Salary reference based on Artisan. Based on 539 observations, updated 7 months ago.
Salary trend
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| Period | Salary (CHF) |
|---|---|
| 2014-2016 | CHF 52'650 |
| 2017-2019 | CHF 54'600 |
| 2020-2022 | CHF 57'366 |
| 2023-2025 | CHF 58'650 |
Top earning cantons
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| Canton | Salary | Obs. |
|---|---|---|
| Zurich | CHF 67'800 | 14 |
| Berne | CHF 61'712 | 32 |
| Geneva | CHF 60'535 | 63 |
| Jura | CHF 60'000 | 25 |
| Neuchâtel | CHF 59'000 | 29 |
| Basel-Stadt | CHF 58'500 | 13 |
Top paying industries
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| Industry | Salary | Obs. |
|---|---|---|
| Chemicals / Pharmaceuticals | CHF 80'075 | 10 |
| Transport / Logistics | CHF 66'450 | 18 |
| Service sector in general | CHF 60'725 | 21 |
| Public administration / Associations | CHF 60'269 | 8 |
| Retail trade / Wholesaling | CHF 60'125 | 16 |
| Commercial operation / Skilled crafts | CHF 60'000 | 104 |
03 · Pathway
How to enter and grow
Swiss training pathway available in the full profile
- 🎓 Glasbläser / Glasbläserin
Official education path
You enter the field through on-the-job training or specialized further education in glassmaking. There is no regulated basic training in Switzerland.
Typical training path
Glasbläser / Glasbläserin
Prerequisites
- Manual dexterity
- Physical stamina
04 · Skills & fit
What it takes
Required skills
- Manual precision
- Heat resistance
- Creative design
- Process control
Personality fit
- Swiss career path
- Career transition
- Professional growth
05 · Daily reality
What the work feels like
Typical day
You stand in front of the furnace. You take the molten glass with a blowpipe. You shape it by turning and blowing. You ensure even walls and perfect curves
- You design drinking glasses, vases, and decorative bowls in individual forms and excellent quality.
- You control the cooling processes to avoid cracks and ensure the stability of each piece.
- You finish the objects with tools to achieve smooth edges and precise details.
- You plan the production of lighting fixtures or artistic single pieces according to specific customer requests.
Working conditions
You work in glassmaking workshops or in specialized companies in the glass industry. The environment is defined by hot furnaces, special tools, and a well-ventilated workspace
Strengths
- Manual precision
- Heat resistance
- Creative design
- Process control
Trade-offs
- Physical strain
- Safety risks
- Limited automation
- Noise exposure
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