Bake-Cure Drying Painter (Metal Painting)
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
This occupation involves applying paint to the surface of metal products using spray guns or brushes, then heating in a bake-cure drying furnace to form a paint film. It enhances rust prevention, corrosion resistance, and maintains aesthetics.
Description
The Bake-Cure Drying Painter (Metal Painting) starts from surface treatment of metal parts, proceeds through painting processes such as primer application, intermediate coats, and top coats, and operates the bake-cure drying furnace to harden the paint film. Tasks include pre-treatment such as cleaning, degreasing, and phosphate treatment; masking for selective painting; paint mixing and dilution; application with a spray gun; temperature and time management in the bake oven; paint film thickness measurement; and visual inspection. Clean painting environment maintenance, as well as solvent and safety management, are essential for quality assurance.
Future Outlook
Demand for painting in manufacturing industries such as automobiles and precision equipment remains stable. With the introduction of water-based paints and robotic painting due to environmental regulations, demand is expected to increase for personnel with advanced painting skills and safety management capabilities.
Personality Traits
Dexterous with hands and good at detailed work / High safety awareness / Meticulous / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Career Path
Painting Worker → Leader・Sub-leader → Quality Control Staff → Production Engineering Engineer → Factory Manager
Required Skills
Degreasing Phosphate Treatment / Drying Furnace Operation Management / Masking / Paint Mixing / Spray Gun Operation
Recommended Skills
Color Adjustment / Paint Film Thickness Measurement / Quality Inspection (Film Thickness Measurement・Visual Inspection) / Solvent Safety Management
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Attention to detail is necessary to prevent paint unevenness or wrinkles. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Due to prolonged standing work and handling heavy parts. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Painting procedures are standardized, requiring accuracy over originality. |
Related Qualifications
- Hazardous Materials Handler Class B Type 4
- Organic Solvent Work Supervisor
- Painting Technician (Grade 1・2)
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