Ballast Manufacturer (Crushed Stone Industry)
ばらすせいぞうこう（さいせきぎょう）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
This occupation manufactures ballast (aggregate) using crushers and vibrating screens on raw stones at crushed stone plants.
Description
Ballast manufacturer (crushed stone industry) is an occupation that crushes raw stones with crushers at crushed stone plants, sorts them by size using vibrating screens, etc., and manufactures aggregate (ballast) as construction materials. Involves machine operation, instrument monitoring, safety management, periodic machine inspection and maintenance, and quality inspection to stably supply products meeting standard dimensions and quality standards. Work is conducted outdoors or inside plant facilities, handling heavy machinery under noise and dust conditions, requiring safety and health knowledge as well as physical stamina.
Future Outlook
While stable demand is anticipated from infrastructure development and construction material needs, the introduction of automation and AI control is expected to increase demand for machine operation skills and maintenance technicians.
Personality Traits
Cautious / Cooperative / Patient / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Heavy Equipment Operation / Outdoor Work / Shift Work / Team Work
Career Path
Worker (Ballast Manufacturing) → Group Leader/Team Leader → Plant Supervisor → Quality Manager → Factory Manager
Required Skills
Crusher Operation / Instrument Monitoring / Quality Inspection / Safety and Health Management / Vibrating Screen Operation
Recommended Skills
Basic Surveying Knowledge / Environmental Conservation Knowledge / Machine Maintenance
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Strict sorting is required to maintain standard dimensions. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Physical stamina is required to endure heavy machinery operation and outdoor work. |
| Stress Tolerance | Need to endure noise, tension during heavy machinery operation, etc. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Work procedures are standardized, and no advanced analysis is required. |
| Creativity & Ideation | Mainly routine tasks, with little need for creative thinking. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Calculations for weight and dimensions are standardized. |
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Aliases
- Crushed Stone Operator
- Crushed Stone Worker
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