Factory Operations Worker
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A job involving machine operation on production lines, parts assembly, inspection, packaging, etc., within factories.
Description
Factory operations workers perform a wide range of tasks on manufacturing sites for automobiles, electronic components, food, etc., including machine operation, parts assembly, quality inspection, packing, and shipping preparation as members of production lines. Many factories operate on shift or rotating schedules, requiring accurate work according to procedures and adherence to safety and hygiene standards. Cooperation in teams, handling machine troubles, and flexible responses such as process switching during new product introductions are also important.
Future Outlook
While automation and robot introduction are progressing, demand for machine operation and line management skills remains stable. There is a trend toward needing personnel who can handle IoT and digitalization.
Personality Traits
Good Team Player / Meticulous / Patient / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Contract Employee / Day Shift Only / Night Shift / Shift Work
Career Path
工場作業員 → 生産ラインリーダー → 現場監督 → 生産管理担当 → 工場長
Required Skills
Basic Operation of Machinery / Compliance with Work Procedures / Quality Inspection / Safety and Hygiene Awareness
Recommended Skills
Basic PC Operation / Forklift Operation / Tool Usage Experience
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Attention to detail is essential to prevent defects and maintain quality. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Requires sustained physical strength for standing work and handling heavy objects. |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | Line work requires cooperation among multiple people. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Requires little advanced logical thinking as it involves following simple work procedures. |
| Creativity & Ideation | Mostly routine work, so new ideas are not often required. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Focuses more on quantitative tasks than numerical analysis, with little advanced calculation. |
| Planning & Organization | Mainly involves following given procedures. |
Related Qualifications
- Forklift Operation Training
- Small Mobile Crane Operator
Aliases
- Factory Worker
- Line Worker
- Manufacturing Operator
Related Jobs
- Machine Operator
- Production Manager
- Quality Inspector