Drum Assembler
たいこくみたてこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A manufacturing job that assembles taiko drums by stretching skins over wooden bodies and attaching metal fittings. Supports the quality of traditional Japanese instruments.
Description
Drum assemblers handle processing and polishing of wooden bodies, skin replacement, fixing parts with adhesion or nailing, and attachment of metal fittings (such as face plates and tensioners). Using tools and machinery, they adjust product distortions and skin tension to ensure sound quality and durability. In the finishing process, they also perform polishing, painting, rope attachment, and quality inspection of the finished products.
Future Outlook
Taiko drums as Japanese instruments and traditional crafts have stable demand in a niche market, and securing personnel to carry on inherited techniques is important, while there is a possibility of impact from automation and overseas production.
Personality Traits
Dexterous with hands and good at detailed work / Meticulous / Patient
Work Style
Assembly Line / Contract Dispatch / Factory Work / Shift Work
Career Path
Drum Assembly Worker → Team Leader → Quality Control Staff → Manufacturing Line Manager → Japanese Instrument Artisan
Required Skills
Basic Wood Processing Knowledge / Fixing Techniques / Polishing and Finishing Techniques / Skin Stretching Work / Tool Operation
Recommended Skills
Japanese Instruments / Painting Techniques (Basic) / Wood Properties Knowledge
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | High accuracy is required for assembling small parts and finishing. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Due to handling heavy materials and prolonged standing work. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because it does not require complex mathematical analysis. |
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