Electric Mold Manufacturing Worker (Plastic)
でんきモールドせいぞうこう（ぷらすちっくせい）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Specialized profession that processes, assembles, and adjusts molds for mass production of plastic parts for electrical equipment, ensuring quality from prototyping to mass production.
Description
The electric mold manufacturing worker is a specialist who manufactures and adjusts molds for mass-producing plastic parts for electrical and electronic equipment. Based on drawings created with CAD/CAM, they operate machine tools such as CNC milling machines, wire electrical discharge machines, and grinding machines to precisely machine mold parts. After machining, they perform assembly, polishing, and measurement, conduct prototype tests using injection molding machines to analyze and adjust molding defects, and ensure mold quality suitable for mass production. Precise machining techniques and problem-solving abilities are required.
Future Outlook
With the advancement of automation and IoT, advanced mold manufacturing technology for smart factories is in demand, while the need for mold manufacturing leveraging craftsmanship remains stable.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Career Path
Mold Manufacturing Apprentice → Mold Manufacturing Worker → Senior Mold Technician → Manufacturing Engineer / Production Engineer → Manufacturing Department Leader
Required Skills
CAD/CAM Operation / CNC Milling Machine Operation / Grinding Machine Processing / Measuring Instrument Operation (Calipers, Micrometer) / Mold Assembly and Adjustment / Wire Electrical Discharge Machine Operation
Recommended Skills
3D CAD Modeling / Mold Design Basics / PDM/PLM System / Reading English Technical Documents
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because even minute dimensional errors in molds directly affect product quality. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because a certain level of physical strength is required to handle heavy mold parts. |
| Problem Solving | Because it is necessary to identify the causes of molding defects or machining abnormalities and implement countermeasures. |
Related Qualifications
- Forklift Operation Training Certificate
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Aliases
- Injection Molding Mold Worker
- Plastic Mold Manufacturing Worker
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