Another impressive feature of the Kidwelly plant.is the lens moulding section. The general arrangements here must be very close to the the absolute ideal. Siting of the ovens, ventilation, moulding lighting, and working conditions are first rate. All the moulders have been trained from locally recruited workers. First, the new man stands at the elbow of an experienced moulder watching every movement, of the hand and foot.
Rhythmic movements are the first essential.
The movements must be timed to split seconds. When the newcomer has got the movements and routine into his mind he begins work at a cold furnace, gradually building up his rhythm. When he is deemed safe to work at a live furnace he is given a batch of scrap discs and then puts his theory into practice. Gradually he acquires the right rhythm and technique. When he reaches the necessary minimum standard of confidence he is put into normal production, and slowly works up to his optimum speed.