Comb board manufacturing worker
くしいたせいぞうこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Comb board manufacturing workers cut, form, and polish board materials (comb boards) used to make wooden combs, finishing the quality in a manufacturing role.
Description
Comb board manufacturing workers select board materials suitable for combs from logs or plywood, and perform cutting, rough processing, detailed forming, and polishing finishing. They accurately adjust thickness and shape using knives or polishing machines while discerning wood grain and hardness. Finally, they pass inspection on the boards and hand them over to the next process, maintaining quality. Skills are required to inherit traditional techniques while adapting to industrial production.
Future Outlook
Competition with plastic products and an aging workforce are challenges, but demand in niche markets is expected to be maintained and expanded due to interest in natural materials and traditional techniques.
Personality Traits
Dexterous with hands and good at detailed work / Meticulous and orderly / Patient
Work Style
Factory work / Small workshop / Team and individual combined
Career Path
Comb board manufacturing worker → Wood product manufacturing leader → Traditional craftsman → Manufacturing line manager
Required Skills
Basic techniques with cutting tools (chisels, planes, etc.) / Operation of cutting and polishing machines / Product inspection and quality control / Wood selection
Recommended Skills
Finishing painting (basics) / Tool maintenance / Traditional crafts knowledge
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because fine processing accuracy directly affects product quality. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Due to prolonged standing work and manual labor. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Communication Skills | Work is often done individually, with limited interaction with others. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because advanced calculations are rarely needed. |
| Stress Tolerance | There are deadlines, but sudden stress is relatively low. |
Related Qualifications
- Woodworking skills technician (Grade 3・2)
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- Traditional craftsman
- Wood product manufacturing worker
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