Brick Finisher
れんがしあげこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Factory worker who performs finishing on fired bricks and handles inspection, sorting, and packing.
Description
Brick finishers remove irregularities and excess adhesions remaining on the surface of bricks fired in kilns, and perform finishing processes using polishing and brushing. After inspecting and sorting according to size and quality, they pack and prepare for shipment. Most of the work involves standing, using specialized hand tools and polishing machines, requiring high attention to detail and physical stamina. As factory line work, they wear safety equipment and proceed according to quality standards and work procedures.
Future Outlook
Demand for bricks as building materials is stable or gradually decreasing, but steady demand is maintained due to increasing demand for eco-bricks and special specification products. While advances in automation lead to labor reduction, opportunities to transition to quality control engineers are expected to expand.
Personality Traits
Does not mind tedious work / High safety awareness / Meticulous / Physically strong
Work Style
Shift work / Standing work / Team work / Wearing protective gear / Work inside factory
Career Path
Line worker → Line leader → Process manager → Quality control engineer → Factory manager
Required Skills
Operation of finishing hand tools / Polishing tool operation / Product inspection / Understanding work instructions / Wearing safety equipment
Recommended Skills
Basic knowledge of ceramics industry / Forklift operation / Machine maintenance (basic) / Quality control
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because accuracy to not miss fine defects is required. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because handling heavy products and long hours of standing work are required. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Because the process is predetermined and analytical thinking is not particularly required. |
| Creativity & Ideation | Creativity is not particularly needed as it follows established procedures. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because numerical calculations are only simple measurements. |
| Planning & Organization | Because routine work is the main focus and planning is minimal. |
Related Qualifications
- Forklift Operation Skills Training
Aliases
- Brick Finisher
- Brick Finishing Worker
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- Bricklayer
- Ceramic Finisher
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