Ceramic Production Equipment Operator
とうじきせいぞうせつびオペレーター
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Summary
This occupation involves operating and managing production equipment from raw material blending to forming, drying, firing, and finishing of ceramics, ensuring product quality and production efficiency.
Description
Ceramic production equipment operators handle blending of clay and glazes, feeding materials into forming machines, managing temperature and time in drying equipment and firing kilns, and operating the manufacturing line. They adjust equipment settings based on production plans, confirm quality inspection results, and achieve stable production. In case of equipment abnormalities, they perform initial responses and collaborate with maintenance staff for upkeep tasks. They comply with safety and health regulations and work procedures, work efficiently, and are involved in ensuring traceability and record management.
Future Outlook
While automation and robot introduction are advancing, areas requiring human intervention such as quality control and equipment maintenance remain, and demand for operators skilled in smart factories using IoT and AI is on the rise.
Personality Traits
Good Team Player / High Concentration / Meticulous / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Indoor Manufacturing / Night Shift / Shift Work / Team Line Play
Career Path
Operator Apprentice → Production Equipment Operator → Senior Operator → Line Leader → Production Management Officer → Factory Manager
Required Skills
Automatic Glazing Machine Operation / Equipment Inspection and Maintenance / Furnace Operation (Temperature Control) / Press and Forming Machine Operation / Quality Inspection (Appearance and Dimensions) / Raw Material Weighing and Mixing Technology
Recommended Skills
Basic Knowledge of Electrical and Mechanical Systems / Maintenance Planning / Mold Design (CAD) / PLC and Automatic Control Device Operation / Production Data Analysis
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Precise management of temperature and timing directly impacts quality. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Involves physically demanding tasks such as transporting heavy raw materials and products. |
| Problem Solving | Required to investigate causes and respond during equipment malfunctions or quality defects. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | The work is routine, with few opportunities for creative thinking. |
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- Ceramics Product Manufacturing Skills Expert
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Aliases
- Ceramic Equipment Operator
- Ceramic Operator
- Ceramics Operator
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