Air Cushion Manufacturing Worker (Plastic Product Manufacturing)
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Air cushion manufacturing workers use dedicated equipment such as blow molding machines to mold and process air cushion films for packaging, finishing them into a shippable form. This is a manufacturing occupation.
Description
Air cushion manufacturing workers load raw plastic films into machines and operate blow molding machines and calendering devices to form the films while enclosing air, performing cooling, cutting, and roll winding. They manage production line speed, air pressure, film thickness, etc., and maintain product quality (such as bubble size and uniformity, airtightness, etc.). They also handle equipment inspections and maintenance, troubleshooting during abnormalities, and safety and hygiene management to support stable production.
Future Outlook
With the expansion of the e-commerce market, demand for cushioning materials is increasing. However, as production lines advance in automation and labor-saving, acquiring machine operation skills and equipment maintenance techniques is important.
Personality Traits
Cooperative / Meticulous / Physically strong / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Career Path
Manufacturing Operator → Senior Operator → Line Leader → Production Management → Factory Management Position
Required Skills
Blow Molding Machine Operation / Daily Equipment Inspection and Maintenance / Film Thickness Measurement and Quality Inspection / Production Line Monitoring / Safety and Health Management
Recommended Skills
5S Kaizen Activities / PLC Control / Preventive Maintenance / Statistical Quality Control
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Detailed quality control of film thickness, air enclosure status, etc., is required. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Physical stamina is required for long hours of standing work and handling heavy rolls. |
| Problem Solving | It is necessary to quickly resolve defects and machine troubles on the manufacturing line. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Primarily involves work following existing processes, with little need for generating new ideas. |
Related Qualifications
- Forklift Operation Skills Training
- Plastic Molding Skills Certification
Aliases
- Air Pack Manufacturing Worker
- Bubble Wrap Manufacturing Worker
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- Film Manufacturing Worker
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