Sleeper Manufacturing Worker (Concrete)
まくらぎせいぞうこう（コンクリートせい）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
This occupation manufactures concrete railway sleepers. It mixes cement, aggregates, and water, pours into formwork, compacts with vibration or pressure, and completes the product through processes such as curing and demolding.
Description
Concrete Sleeper Manufacturing Workers produce sleepers, which serve as the foundation for railway tracks, in factories. The main processes include mixing raw materials, filling formwork, compaction by vibration and pressure, demolding, curing for a specified period, quality inspections such as dimensions and compressive strength, and final finishing and shipping preparation. Material management, machine operation, and safety measures are required, and it is crucial to accurately maintain the strength and dimensions of the products.
Future Outlook
While stable demand is expected due to infrastructure aging countermeasures and railway network maintenance, the introduction of labor-saving and automation technologies will progress.
Personality Traits
Emphasizes Accuracy / Has Cooperativeness / Has Physical Strength / High Safety Awareness
Work Style
Factory Work / Indoor and Outdoor Work / Shift Work / Uniform/Work Clothes Provided / Wear Safety Equipment
Career Path
Manufacturing Operator → Quality Control Staff → Line Leader → Production Manager → Factory Engineer
Required Skills
Concrete Mix Management / Formwork Assembly and Dismantling / Quality Inspection (Dimension Measurement and Destructive Testing) / Vibration Compaction Machine Operation
Recommended Skills
Forklift Operation / Heavy Equipment Operation / Slinging Operation / Understanding Drawings and Work Instruction Sheets
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Attention to detail is necessary for maintaining quality, such as dimension and strength management. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Physical stamina is required due to frequent handling of heavy objects and standing work. |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | Cooperation is necessary for operating heavy machinery and handling heavy objects. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Compliance with standard work procedures is more important than creativity. |
Related Qualifications
- Chief Concrete Technician
- Concrete Technician
- Forklift Operation Training
- Slinging Skills Training
Aliases
- Concrete Sleeper Manufacturing Worker
- Precast Concrete Manufacturing Worker
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