Fountain Pen Barrel Molder
まんねんひつじくせいけいこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A manufacturing job that uses injection molding machines and molds to mold plastic fountain pen barrels and manage quality.
Description
Fountain pen barrel molders operate injection molding machines, set up and adjust molds to mold fountain pen barrel parts. They select materials, set molding conditions, perform product inspections per cycle, and handle analysis and countermeasures for defective products. To ensure stable production line operation and quality improvement, they also conduct simple equipment inspections and propose improvements.
Future Outlook
The high-end fountain pen market is stable, but with advancing automation and IoT in the molding process, demand for highly skilled workers in equipment and quality management will increase, while simple tasks are expected to decrease.
Personality Traits
Cautious / Cooperative / Excellent Observation Skills / Meticulous
Work Style
Career Path
Plastic Molding Operator → Senior Molding Operator → Quality Control Staff → Production Engineering Engineer → Factory Manager
Required Skills
Basic Knowledge of Resin Materials / Injection Molding Machine Operation / Mold Setup and Adjustment / Quality Inspection / Safety and Health Management
Recommended Skills
5S Activities and Kaizen Activities / Basic Knowledge of Mold Design / Data Analysis / Production Management
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because minute scratches or dimensional deviations directly affect product quality. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because it involves a lot of standing work and handling heavy objects, requiring physical stamina. |
| Problem Solving | Because it is necessary to identify the causes of molding defects and improve them through condition adjustments. |
Related Qualifications
- Plastic Molding Technician (Grade 2)
- Plastic Molding Technician (Grade 3)
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