Diatomaceous Earth Extractor
けいそうどさいしゅにん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Worker who excavates and extracts raw diatomaceous earth, a natural material, and supplies raw materials for building materials and soil conditioners through drying, crushing, and quality control.
Description
Diatomaceous earth extractors are specialized workers who excavate diatomaceous earth layers contained in lake and marsh sediments using heavy machinery and extract raw ore. The extracted raw ore undergoes primary processing such as drying, crushing, and sorting, and is shipped as raw materials for building materials, soil conditioners, filters, and more. The work requires heavy machinery operation skills, quality control, consideration for environmental conservation, and safety management.
Future Outlook
With growing attention to environmentally friendly building materials, demand for diatomaceous earth as a natural material is increasing. While mechanization and labor-saving measures are advancing, technicians with experience in quality control and site operations will continue to be in demand.
Personality Traits
Cautious / Patient / Strong sense of responsibility / Team-oriented
Work Style
Frequent Travel / Heavy Machinery Operation / Outdoor Work / Shift Work / Team Work
Career Path
Extraction Worker → Excavation Team Leader → Mining Site Supervisor → Mine Engineer → Materials Procurement and Quality Control Staff
Required Skills
Basic Knowledge of Soil and Ground / Basic Mining Machine Operation / Construction Vehicle Operation / Quality Inspection / Raw Ore Selection
Recommended Skills
CAD Operation / Environmental Regulations / Machine Maintenance / Safety Management
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Attention to detail is necessary to prevent impurities and maintain quality. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Physical stamina is required due to frequent heavy machinery operation and outdoor work. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Creative thinking is not particularly required. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Advanced mathematical analysis is not particularly needed. |
Related Qualifications
- Forklift Operation Training
- Large Special Vehicle License
- Small Mobile Crane Operation Training
Aliases
- Diatomaceous Earth Mining Worker
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