Removal Worker (Glass Product Manufacturing)
とりだしこう（がらすせいひんせいぞう）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A manufacturing job that involves removing glass products from the heating furnace after forming and sending them to the next process. Safety management in high-temperature environments and maintaining product quality are important.
Description
Glass product removal workers remove products from melting furnaces or forming machines while they are still hot, perform visual inspections and dimension checks, and transfer them to the next process. They must work accurately and quickly to keep the line flowing without interruption while wearing protective gear such as safety shoes and heat-resistant gloves. Knowledge of product handling using forklifts, basic furnace operations, and temperature control is also required.
Future Outlook
While workload will be reduced due to labor-saving and automation advancements, skill inheritance and improvement in on-site management capabilities will be challenges.
Personality Traits
Cautious / Stability-Oriented / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Career Path
Manufacturing Operator → Quality Control → Production Engineering → Factory Manager
Required Skills
Basic Operation of Firing Furnace / Forklift Driving / Use of Protective Gear / Visual Inspection
Recommended Skills
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Detailed inspection to not miss cracks or defects is required. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Due to work in high-temperature environments and handling heavy objects. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Creativity is not highly required as it mainly follows prescribed work procedures. |
| Initiative & Leadership | Because the work mainly progresses according to prescribed procedures. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because maintaining the work process is more central than precise numerical calculations. |
Related Qualifications
- Forklift Operator
Aliases
- Glass Product Operator
- Glass Removal Worker
Related Jobs
- Finishing Worker
- Forming Worker
- Melting Furnace Operator
- Raw Material Mixer