Airbrush Worker (excluding buildings)
えあーぶらしこう（たてものをのぞく）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Airbrush Worker (excluding buildings) is a profession that uses compressed air and an airbrush to perform precise painting or patterning on various objects such as automotive parts, models, and furniture.
Description
Airbrush Worker (excluding buildings) performs surface preparation, paint mixing and dilution, masking, airbrush spraying, and finish polishing on small- to medium-sized objects such as automotive parts, plastic models, and metal, plastic, or wooden products. Color sense and manual dexterity are required, and safety and health management, such as ventilation in the workplace and use of protective gear, is also important. They are also responsible for equipment maintenance, troubleshooting, and creating designs according to customer requests, with precise and uniform paint film formation being the core of the job.
Future Outlook
In fields such as small-lot and custom painting for automotive parts, models, and furniture, demand for artisan skills remains stable. While there is a decreasing trend in mass production fields where automation is advancing, the value of airbrush technology in custom and art fields is expected to increase.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Contract Production / Factory Work / Freelance / Studio Work
Career Path
Apprentice Painter → Airbrush Worker → Chief Painting Technician → Quality Control Manager → Freelancer/Independent
Required Skills
Airbrush Operation / Equipment Maintenance / Masking Technique / Paint Mixing / Surface Preparation
Recommended Skills
Color Theory / Design Production / Design Software (Adobe) / Safety and Health Knowledge
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Attention to detail is essential to achieve uniform and precise painting. |
| Creativity & Ideation | Because strong design elements such as gradients and patterning are required. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Communication Skills | Work is often performed individually, with relatively little interpersonal communication. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Basic calculations are needed for paint dilution, but advanced mathematical analysis is minimal. |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | Work is centered on individual tasks, and teamwork may be limited. |
Related Qualifications
- Organic Solvent Work Supervisor
- Painting Skills Technician (Grade 2)
Aliases
- Airbrush Painter
Related Jobs
- Automotive Painter
- Model Painter
- Plastic Model Painter