Stamp Presser (Ceramic Manufacturing)
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Manufacturing work that transfers patterns or letters onto ceramic products using stamp machines or hand pressing.
Description
Stamp pressers are responsible for transferring design decals onto ceramic blanks using specialized stamp machines or hand-pressing tools to apply patterns and letters. From mass production lines to small-lot original products, uniform quality and positional accuracy are required. After the work, they inspect the transfer surface before firing, performing quality control such as removing misalignments and bubbles.
Future Outlook
Due to advances in automation and digitalization, demand for manual labor is tending to decrease, but there remains a certain level of demand for skilled workers in fields requiring small lots or high-precision transfers.
Personality Traits
Dexterous Hands, Good at Fine Work / High Concentration / Polite and Courteous
Work Style
Career Path
Stamp Presser → Painter → Quality Control Staff → Manufacturing Leader
Required Skills
Basic Production Line Knowledge / Quality Inspection (Visual) / Stamp Machine Operation / Transfer Paper Handling
Recommended Skills
Basic Machine Maintenance Knowledge / Color Sense / Safety and Health Knowledge / Understanding of Work Procedures
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | To prevent pattern misalignment or unevenness and maintain product quality. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Communication Skills | Mainly centered on machine operation with little interpersonal communication. |
| Creativity & Ideation | Focuses on accurately transferring predetermined designs, emphasizing reproducibility over creativity. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Involves quantity management and dimensional measurement, but does not require advanced mathematical analysis. |
| Planning & Organization | Centered on routine tasks following prior preparations and procedures, not requiring advanced planning abilities. |
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