Raw Rubber Roll Worker
げんりょうごむろーるこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
This occupation involves manufacturing operations where raw rubber is processed into sheet form using kneading machines or calender machines, adjusted to a uniform thickness, and wound into rolls.
Description
Raw rubber roll workers, as a preliminary process in rubber product manufacturing, knead raw rubber to the specified formulation and continuously form it into sheets using a calender machine. Operators check the machine's temperature, pressure, and sheet thickness with measuring instruments and make adjustments to maintain uniform quality. The completed rubber sheets are wound into rolls and supplied to the next process. During operations, they perform machine maintenance and cleaning, and inspect safety devices to ensure safety and hygiene.
Future Outlook
While production efficiency improves with the introduction of automation and IoT technologies, there is a growing demand for personnel with advanced expertise in equipment maintenance and quality control. Basic skills in raw rubber processing are expected to have stable demand.
Personality Traits
Attentive / Good Team Player / Physically Fit / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Career Path
Rubber Product Processing Leader → Production Manager → Quality Control (QC) → Manufacturing Engineer → Equipment Maintenance Engineer
Required Skills
Calender Machine Operation and Adjustment / Kneading Machine Operation / Machine Cleaning and Maintenance / Safety and Health Management / Thickness Measurement
Recommended Skills
Basic Machine Processing Knowledge / Communication Skills / Equipment Maintenance Knowledge / Quality Control
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Attention to detail is essential to not miss minute variations in sheet thickness or quality. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Physical stamina is required due to long hours of standing work and handling raw materials. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | The work is standardized, emphasizing adherence to procedures over creativity. |
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