Brick and Tile Clay Kneader
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
In brick and tile manufacturing, this occupation is responsible for the pre-manufacturing process of blending clay and auxiliary raw materials at the prescribed ratio, adding appropriate moisture, and kneading by machine or hand.
Description
Brick and tile clay kneaders weigh and blend clay, silica sand, lime, and other auxiliary raw materials for bricks and tiles at prescribed blending ratios, operate kneading machines and rollers to knead them together, and produce uniform kneaded clay with appropriate plasticity. They operate and inspect machines, check the quality of kneaded clay (measuring moisture content and plasticity), and prevent defective products. Manual kneading is also performed in some cases, and since it involves standing work in dusty and humid environments, they work wearing safety shoes, masks, and other protective gear.
Future Outlook
While stable demand is expected along with construction material needs, as factory automation and labor-saving measures advance, there is a trend toward needing to acquire new skills such as machine operation and maintenance techniques.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Career Path
Senior Clay Kneader → Forming Worker → Firing Worker → Quality Manager → Production Manager → Factory Manager
Required Skills
Kneading Machine Operation / Moisture Content Adjustment and Measurement / Quality Check (Plasticity Uniformity Inspection) / Raw Material Weighing and Blending
Recommended Skills
Machine Maintenance Knowledge / Quality Management (QC Techniques) / Record Keeping and Reporting
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Even slight deviations in blending ratios or moisture content directly affect quality. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Due to prolonged standing work and handling heavy raw materials. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Procedures and blending ratios are specified, so creativity is not particularly required. |
| Initiative & Leadership | Because it is a role of accurately carrying out work according to instructions. |
| Planning & Organization | Work procedures and blending ratios are predefined, so there are few opportunities to make plans independently. |
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