Cement Tester
せめんとしけんこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A technical role that evaluates performance and standards compliance through various tests from cement raw materials to post-hardening quality, ensuring quality assurance.
Description
Cement testers ensure cement quality by collecting and preparing samples from raw materials and manufacturing processes, conducting tests based on JIS standards such as compression strength tests, tensile tests, mixing tests, specific surface area measurements, and initial/final setting time tests. They record and analyze test results, adjust manufacturing conditions or prepare reports if non-conformities are found, and collaborate with quality control and manufacturing departments. They work in manufacturing plant labs or technical centers, and also handle on-site test witnessing and data management.
Future Outlook
With infrastructure development and the spread of environmentally friendly cement, the importance of quality control is increasing, and demand for specialized technicians is expected to remain stable. Adaptation to test automation and digitalization will be required.
Personality Traits
Cautious / Emphasizes accuracy / Patient / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Day shifts / Laboratory work in research institute / Shift work / Stationed at factory / Test witnessing
Career Path
Cement Tester Apprentice → Cement Tester → Chief Test Technician → Quality Control Manager → Materials Testing Department Manager
Required Skills
Compression strength tests / Knowledge of JIS standard tests / Sample preparation techniques / Test equipment operation
Recommended Skills
Civil engineering materials science / English technical document reading ability / Quality control methods (QC) / Surveying equipment knowledge
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Accuracy of measurement values directly affects quality judgment. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Important for analysis of test data and numerical judgments. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Creativity is not particularly required as standardized standard tests are performed. |
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