Raw Material Melting Worker (Candle Manufacturing)
げんりょうようかいこう（ろうそくせいぞう）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
In candle manufacturing, this occupation involves properly heating and melting raw materials such as wax and additives, and preparing molten materials for the next processes of compounding and molding.
Description
Raw material melting workers use melting furnaces to heat and melt wax raw materials such as paraffin and stearic acid, and mix additives as needed to produce homogeneous molten solutions. They adjust temperatures, manage viscosity, perform quality checks through sampling, and handle cleaning and inspection of equipment while complying with safety and hygiene rules. They work efficiently based on production plans, provide initial responses and reports in case of abnormalities, and support stable manufacturing processes.
Future Outlook
While the traditional candle manufacturing industry has a stable and shrinking market, the demand for specialized technicians will be maintained to some extent due to increasing demand for high-value-added products like aroma candles and the introduction of automation and labor-saving technologies.
Personality Traits
Cautious / Good Team Player / Meticulous / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Career Path
Raw Material Melting Worker → Candle Molding Worker → Quality Control Staff → Manufacturing Line Leader → Manufacturing Department Manager
Required Skills
Equipment Inspection and Cleaning / Melting Equipment Operation / Mixing Machine Operation / Quality Inspection / Raw Material Handling / Temperature Control
Recommended Skills
5S Activities / Hazardous Materials Knowledge / Machine Maintenance (Basic) / Quality Control Techniques (QC)
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because errors in temperature or mixing ratios directly affect product quality. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Requires sustained physical stamina due to frequent standing work in high-temperature environments. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | The work is routine, emphasizing adherence to procedures over creativity. |
Related Qualifications
- Forklift Operation Skills Training
- Hazardous Materials Handler Class B Type 4
Aliases
- Candle Raw Material Worker
- Melting Operator
- Raw Material Melting Operator
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- Candle Molding Worker
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