Ceramic raw material processing equipment operator
ようぎょうげんりょうかこうせつびオペレーター
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
This occupation involves operating and managing equipment that crushes and mixes raw materials such as clay and feldspar for ceramic products, adjusting them to specified particle sizes and moisture contents.
Description
Ceramic raw material processing equipment operators handle the crushing, mixing, and sieving of raw materials (such as clay, feldspar, and silica sand) used in ceramic products like pottery and tiles, supplying homogenized powder to the production line. They adjust raw material feed amounts and rotation speeds, measure particle size and moisture content to manage quality. They perform daily inspections and maintenance on crushers, mixers, and sieving machines controlled by PLC, etc., and conduct work in accordance with safety and health standards.
Future Outlook
While automation and labor-saving technologies are advancing, there is stable demand for personnel with specialized skills in quality control and equipment maintenance.
Personality Traits
Good team player / Meticulous / Patient / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Career Path
Operator (raw material processing) → Production engineer → Quality control → Equipment maintenance engineer → Production line manager
Required Skills
Equipment inspection / Machine operation / Quality inspection (moisture content and particle size measurement) / Weighing and blending work
Recommended Skills
Equipment maintenance knowledge / PLC operation / Safety and health knowledge / Statistical quality control
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because fine adjustments in particle size and moisture content affect quality. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Due to frequent long hours of standing work and handling heavy objects. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Many standardized processes, so creativity is not highly required. |
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Aliases
- Raw material processing operator
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