Confectionery box manufacturing worker (paper made)
かしばこせいぞうこう（かみせい）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Occupation of manufacturing paper confectionery boxes, performing technical work from cutting raw paper to printing, creasing, pasting processing, and inspection using machine operations or manual labor.
Description
Confectionery box manufacturing worker (paper made) is a job that processes and assembles paper boxes for packaging on a production line. First, raw paper or cardboard raw paper is cut using a die cutter or slotter machine, and designs are applied using printing machines or special color printing. Next, creases are made with a creasing machine, adhesive is applied with a gluer machine and pasted together, and shaped into box form. Finally, dimensions and pasting misalignments are inspected visually or with measuring tools, and defective products are removed. Machine setup adjustments, simple maintenance, line progress management, and attention to safety and hygiene are also required.
Future Outlook
Demand is stable due to steady confectionery demand and diversification of packaging. Adaptation to labor-saving and automation technologies is required, and acquiring quality management skills using IoT and AI offers high future prospects.
Personality Traits
Good at teamwork / High concentration / Meticulous / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Career Path
Junior manufacturing staff → Leader (line leader) → Manufacturing manager → Quality manager → Production engineer
Required Skills
Blueprint reading / Box assembly skills / Dimension measurement and quality inspection / Machine operation
Recommended Skills
Basic knowledge of printing machines / Machine maintenance / Production management / Safety and health knowledge
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because dimensional errors or pasting misalignments directly affect quality. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Required due to long hours of standing work and handling materials. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Procedures are standardized, emphasizing accuracy over creativity. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because it does not involve complex calculations. |
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