Buffing Machine Operator (Leather)
ばふぃんぐましんこう（せいかく）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Specialized manufacturing job operating buffing machines to polish and smooth leather surfaces.
Description
Buffing machine operators (leather) use buffing machines to polish leather surfaces, removing wrinkles and uneven areas to achieve a smooth finish. Tasks include preparing leather hides, setting up machines, selecting abrasives, polishing with buffing machines, inspection, and handover to the next process. Machine adjustments, maintaining work conditions, quality control, and attention to safety and hygiene are required.
Future Outlook
While the leather goods market is shrinking, stable demand is expected as specialized skilled workers for high-value-added products. With advancing automation, enhancing machine operation and quality control will be challenges.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Factory Work / Manufacturing Line / Shift Work / Standing Work / Team Work
Career Path
Junior Buffing Machine Operator → Senior Buffing Machine Operator → Leather Finishing Foreman → Factory Production Manager
Required Skills
Buffing Machine Operation / Leather Inspection / Quality Inspection / Selection and Handling of Abrasives / Simple Machine Maintenance
Recommended Skills
Basic Knowledge of Leather Chemistry / Basic Machine Maintenance / Safety and Health Management
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Attention to detail is necessary for uniform surface finishing. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Requires physical stamina for standing work and machine operation. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Communication Skills | Mostly solo work with little complex interpersonal coordination. |
| Creativity & Ideation | Work mainly follows standard procedures. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Measurement is involved but advanced numerical analysis is not required. |
| Planning & Organization | Processes are standardized with little autonomous planning. |
Related Qualifications
- Leather Product Manufacturing Technician Grade 1
- Leather Product Manufacturing Technician Grade 2
- Leather Product Manufacturing Technician Grade 3
Aliases
- Buffing Machine Operator
- Leather Buff Worker
Related Jobs
- Leather Finisher
- Leather Tanner
- Polisher