Cutting Worker (Plywood Manufacturing)
きっさくこう（ごうはんせいぞう）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A manufacturing job that processes thin sheets (veneer), the raw material for plywood, using cutting machines to finish them to specified dimensions and thickness.
Description
The Cutting Worker (Plywood Manufacturing) sets raw wood or roughly cut materials into the veneer cutting machine, and cuts and shapes thin sheets using the blade's rotation or reciprocating motion. Adjusts the machine's blade edge and sets cutting conditions (feed speed, rotation speed, etc.) to maintain shipping-standard thickness and surface quality. Monitors sound and vibration during cutting, identifies causes, and takes action when abnormalities occur. Performs regular blade replacement, machine maintenance, and safety device inspections. Collaborates with the quality control department to conduct dimensional and appearance inspections, suppressing defective product occurrence.
Future Outlook
Wood demand is stable, but with advancing IoT and automation technologies, there is a trend toward requiring advanced skills in machine maintenance and quality control.
Personality Traits
High Concentration / High Safety Awareness / Meticulous / Physically Fit
Work Style
Career Path
Worker → Group Leader → Factory Manager → Manufacturing Manager → Quality Manager → Processing Engineer
Required Skills
Cutting Condition Setting and Adjustment / Product Thickness Management / Safety and Health Knowledge / Veneer Cutting Machine Operation
Recommended Skills
Machine Maintenance / Measuring Instrument Operation (Calipers, Micrometers) / Quality Control
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Attention to detail is essential to prevent errors in thickness and surface quality. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Involves a lot of standing work and handling heavy materials, requiring physical stamina. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Mainly repetitive tasks, so no creativity is required. |
| Initiative & Leadership | Mainly follows instructed procedures for work. |
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