Picture Kiln Firing Worker (Ceramics Manufacturing)
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Specialized profession that fires painted ceramics in a kiln to fix and stabilize decorations. Understands the properties of glazes and pigments and adjusts firing conditions.
Description
Picture kiln firing workers are technicians who fire paintings and glazes applied to ceramics in a kiln to fix colors and decorations. They accurately set the kiln's temperature and atmosphere (oxidation/reduction), manage firing time, and arrange products (kiln loading) to prevent unevenness, cracks, and deformation. They check the drying state after glazing or pigment mixing, analyze causes if defective products occur, and implement measures to prevent recurrence. In factory lines, they collaborate with forming and underglaze painting staff to produce products of stable quality.
Future Outlook
With the high-endization of the ceramics market and branding of production areas, demand for technicians with high-quality decoration skills remains stable. Acquisition of firing management skills using IoT is required due to the introduction of energy-saving kilns and automation technology.
Personality Traits
High Concentration / Meticulous / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Career Path
Picture Kiln Firing Staff → Leader → Manufacturing Manager → Factory Manager
Required Skills
Kiln Loading Technique / Kiln Operation / Safety Management / Understanding Properties of Glazes and Pigments
Recommended Skills
Ceramics Materials Science / Color Theory / Maintenance and Inspection of Ceramics Equipment / Quality Control Techniques (QC)
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because mistakes in temperature control or kiln loading placement directly affect product quality. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because there is a lot of handling heavy products in front of the kiln and work in high-temperature environments. |
| Problem Solving | Because investigation of firing defects and countermeasures are required. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Mainly because work is based on prescribed procedures. |
Related Qualifications
- Ceramics Industry and Ceramics Technician
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