Ceramic Transfer Decorator
とうじきてんしゃえつけこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Artisan who transfers decorations onto ceramics using transfer paper and finishes them by firing.
Description
Ceramic transfer decorators precisely apply transfer paper with pre-printed patterns onto ceramic blanks, apply glaze, and fire them in a kiln to fix the decorations. In mass-production factories or small-batch workshops, they combine machine transfer with manual finishing to achieve accurate color matching, positioning, and uniform fixation. Processes include managing and selecting transfer paper, removing air bubbles during application, drying, inspection, and quality checks before and after firing, requiring meticulous work for stable product quality.
Future Outlook
Along with the inheritance of traditional techniques, demand for original designs remains steady. While stable demand is expected due to advancements in digital transfer technology, the aging of practitioners is a challenge.
Personality Traits
Dexterous with hands and good at detailed work / High concentration / Patient
Work Style
Artisan / Contract Employee / Factory Work / Full-time Employee
Career Path
Junior Technician → Skilled Worker → Group Leader → Factory Manager
Required Skills
Basic Knowledge of Glazes / Color Matching Inspection / Firing Process Management / Transfer Technique
Recommended Skills
Color Sense / Design Software Operation / Hand Finishing Technique
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because even slight misalignments or air bubbles affect quality. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Because there is little need for advanced theoretical analysis. |
| Communication Skills | Because it focuses more on work than external negotiations. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because there is not much quantitative analysis. |
Aliases
- Ceramic Decorator
- Transfer Decorator
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