Ceramic Wood Mold Maker
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Occupation that designs, manufactures, and finishes wooden molds (wood patterns) used in ceramic manufacturing.
Description
Ceramic wood mold makers are artisans who create wooden molds (wood patterns) used for forming ceramics. They read blueprints, cut, join, and carve wood, apply polishing and finishing to produce molds with high dimensional accuracy. Using woodworking machines and hand tools, they design molds considering clay shrinkage rates and perform surface treatments. They often work in factories or workshops in collaboration with ceramics manufacturers, requiring meticulous dimensional management and material knowledge.
Future Outlook
Although partially replaced by new technologies such as 3D printers, in traditional ceramic workshops, the skills of high-precision wood mold artisans will continue to be in demand, so a certain level of need is expected.
Personality Traits
Dexterous with hands and good at detailed work / High concentration / Meticulous / Patient
Work Style
Day Shift / Factory Work / Small Batch, Multi-Variety Production / Workshop Work
Career Path
Wood Mold Maker (Apprentice) → Wood Mold Artisan → Chief Wood Mold Maker → Factory Manager
Required Skills
Blueprint Reading / Dimensional Measurement / Hand Tool Operation / Woodworking Machine Operation
Recommended Skills
Adhesive and Painting Knowledge / CAD (Wood Mold Design) / Surface Finishing Techniques / Understanding Wood Properties
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because even minute dimensional errors can lead to molding defects. |
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