Brick and Tile Cutter
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Occupation that cuts and processes fired bricks and tiles to specified dimensions.
Description
Brick and tile cutters are specialists who cut fired bricks and tiles to specified dimensions using cutting machines such as diamond blades inside factories. They handle material loading and fixing, setting on cutting lines, adjusting processing conditions during cutting, and inspection and finishing after cutting. They also perform dimensional checks with measuring tools, machine maintenance inspections, and management of safety devices, requiring high-precision work and ensuring safety and health.
Future Outlook
Linked to trends in the construction industry, labor shortages continue while mechanization and automation advance. Acquiring high-precision cutting techniques and machine operation skills will increase future market value.
Personality Traits
Cooperative / High Concentration / High Safety Awareness / Meticulous
Work Style
Day Shift / Heavy Material Handling / Indoor Factory Work / Shift Work / Team Work
Career Path
Site Worker (Cutter) → Group Leader → Production Manager → Manufacturing Department Manager
Required Skills
Cutting Machine Operation / Machine Maintenance Inspection / Measuring Tool Operation / Safety and Health Knowledge
Recommended Skills
Blueprint Reading and Dimensional Measurement / Diamond Blade Knowledge / Equipment Maintenance / Quality Control
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | To minimize dimensional errors and ensure quality. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Involves handling heavy materials and long hours of standing work, requiring physical stamina. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Involves a lot of simple tasks, so logical thinking is not particularly required. |
| Creativity & Ideation | Mainly follows established procedures, so creativity is not particularly required. |
| Planning & Organization | Work is executed based on instructions, so little planning is required. |
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