Ballast Manufacturing Worker (Quarry Plant)
ばらすせいぞうこう（さいせきこうじょう）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A job that crushes and classifies stone materials quarried at a quarry plant and manufactures them into aggregate (ballast) used for road paving materials, etc.
Description
Ballast manufacturing workers transport quarried stone materials using backhoes or wheel loaders at quarry plants, crush and classify them to specified particle sizes using crushers and vibrating screens to manufacture ballast. Main tasks include equipment operation and adjustment, regular inspections and simple maintenance, quality inspections, safety management, cleaning of transport conveyors, etc. Mostly outdoor work, requiring measures against dust and noise. In case of equipment trouble, perform initial response, and also handle product transfer using forklifts or cranes. After acquiring skills, career advancement to squad leader, plant manager, quality control staff, etc. is possible.
Future Outlook
While stable demand is expected due to road infrastructure maintenance and civil engineering needs, there is a possibility of advancing automation and remote operation technologies.
Personality Traits
Good team player / Meticulous / Physically strong / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Heavy equipment operation / Outdoor work / Safety gear required / Shift work / Team work
Career Path
Ballast Manufacturing Worker (Apprentice) → Ballast Manufacturing Worker → Squad Leader/Leader → Plant Manager/Line Manager → Quality Control Staff
Required Skills
Crusher Operation / Machine Maintenance (Simple) / Stone Quality Inspection / Vibrating Screen Adjustment
Recommended Skills
Machine Maintenance Knowledge / Quality Control / Safety and Health Management
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | To maintain product quality and prevent foreign matter contamination. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because it is necessary to endure long hours of heavy labor and outdoor work. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Because complex analysis is not particularly required. |
| Creativity & Ideation | Because work is performed following established procedures. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because physical work is the main task rather than quantitative analysis. |
| Planning & Organization | Because work plans are predetermined. |
Related Qualifications
- Forklift Operation Skill Training
- Slinging Skill Training
- Small Crane Operation Skill Training
- Vehicle-Type Construction Machinery Operation Skill Training
Aliases
- Crushed Stone Worker
- Crusher Operator
Related Jobs
- Civil Engineering Laborer
- Construction Machinery Operator
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