Brush Bristle Aligner
ぶらしせいもうこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Artisan who selects and combs animal hair or synthetic fibers—the raw materials for brushes—aligning the bristles to enhance quality.
Description
Brush bristle aligners select and clean animal hair or synthetic fibers used as raw materials for brushes, combing and aligning the fluff using dressing machines or by hand. By removing tangles and impurities from the hair to achieve uniform bristle alignment, they improve the quality of bristle insertion and planting in the later stages of the brush manufacturing process. They perform operations combining precise manual work and machine handling, and also manage adjustments based on material characteristics and machine maintenance.
Future Outlook
Demand is on a decreasing trend due to advancing mechanization, but manual work for high-quality brushes is expected to remain to a certain extent in the future.
Personality Traits
Dexterous hands, skilled at detailed work / High concentration / Patient
Work Style
Career Path
Brush Bristle Aligning Apprentice → Brush Bristle Aligner → Chief Dressing Worker → Manufacturing Supervisor
Required Skills
Bristle Alignment Adjustment / Bristle Material Selection Technique / Machine Operation
Recommended Skills
Machine Maintenance / Material Characteristics Knowledge / Quality Control
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Need to discern subtle differences in bristle alignment and make them uniform. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Due to prolonged standing work and manual labor. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Communication Skills | Mainly individual work centered, with little interpersonal adjustment required. |
| Creativity & Ideation | Work primarily follows set procedures, requiring little creativity. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Almost no numerical processing is required. |
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