Ceramic Finisher
とうじきしあげこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Manufacturing job that performs finishing processes such as polishing, glazing, and painting on ceramic bisque to ensure product quality and appearance.
Description
Ceramic finishers perform processes such as deburring, polishing, glazing, and painting on bisque fired in kilns to enhance the product completion. They handle fine manual polishing, glaze application with brushes or spraying, painting, operation of finishing machines, quality inspections for each process, and packaging. Required are keen attention to avoid defects like color unevenness, chips, or surface scratches, and physical stamina to endure repetitive work.
Future Outlook
While work efficiency will improve due to advances in automation and labor reduction, demand for skilled workers capable of handling high-quality, high-value-added products is expected to remain.
Personality Traits
Dexterous hands, good at detailed work / High concentration / Patient
Work Style
Career Path
Apprentice Finishing Worker → Artisan (Finishing Worker) → Leader → Quality Control Staff → Factory Manager
Required Skills
Finishing Machine Operation / Glazing and Painting Technique / Polishing Technique / Surface Finishing
Recommended Skills
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | To not miss minute defects in products. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Required to endure long hours of standing work and repetitive tasks. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | There are many simple and repetitive tasks, with few opportunities for new ideas. |
| Initiative & Leadership | Mainly passive tasks following work instructions. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Almost no need for mathematical analysis. |
Related Qualifications
- Ceramic Manufacturing Skills Technician