Enamel Product Painter
ほうろうせいひんえつけこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Artisan who applies patterns and designs to enamel products using enamel paint and completes the decoration through the firing process.
Description
Enamel Product Painters apply colorful enamel paints to depict patterns or letters on vitreous enamel products coated with a glass-like glaze, then fire them in a dedicated kiln to complete the decoration. They use brushes, airbrushes, templates, etc., skillfully mixing colors and applying painting techniques to achieve uniform and beautiful finishes. They ensure product quality through multiple processes such as temperature control, drying, and finish polishing, and are widely used in industrial applications, household goods, signs, billboards, and other fields.
Future Outlook
While there is stable demand in decorative fields for high-end furniture, interiors, and industrial uses, the need for labor in general mass production is decreasing due to automation of manufacturing processes and expansion of overseas production. Demand for artisans with advanced skills is expected to continue in niche markets.
Personality Traits
Dexterous with hands and good at detailed work / Excellent color sense / High concentration / Meticulous
Work Style
Contract Processing / Dispatched Contract Work / Factory Employment / In-House Manufacturing
Career Path
Apprentice → Skilled Artisan → Supervisor → Factory Manager → Independent/Workshop Establishment
Required Skills
Firing Temperature Control / Paint Mixing / Painting Techniques (Brush/Airbrush) / Product Finishing Techniques
Recommended Skills
Basic Metal Processing Knowledge / Color Theory Knowledge / Design Software (Basic) / Quality Control
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because high precision is required to accurately draw fine patterns. |
| Creativity & Ideation | Because it requires ingenuity in colors and designs. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because complex mathematical analysis is hardly required. |
Related Qualifications
- Painting Technician
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