Glaze Manufacturing Worker
ゆうざいせいぞうこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Specialized profession responsible for the entire process from raw material blending and kneading to firing, manufacturing glaze films suitable for pottery, porcelain, and tile products.
Description
Glaze manufacturing workers are specialists who produce glazes applied to products such as pottery, porcelain, and tiles. They measure and mix powders such as feldspar and silica stone as raw materials, and adjust the blending ratios. As needed, they perform dissolution or pulverization processes, form the adjusted samples, and evaluate characteristics such as gloss, color development, and durability. They set firing conditions (temperature, time, atmosphere) and fire in kilns, performing process improvements based on quality inspections and chemical analyses. Work often involves dust and high-temperature environments, requiring knowledge of chemical handling and safety and health management. In recent years, automation equipment has been introduced, and technical skills from a process engineering perspective to improve production efficiency and reduce environmental impact are increasingly valued.
Future Outlook
While demand for traditional crafts and industrial ceramics remains stable to a certain extent, automation and labor reduction in manufacturing lines are progressing, requiring advanced specialization of skilled workers.
Personality Traits
Excellent Observation Skills / Meticulous / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Factory Work / Handling Heavy Objects / Indoor Work / Safety and Health Management / Shift Work
Career Path
Glaze Manufacturing Operator → Manufacturing Leader → Quality Control Staff → Process Engineer → Manufacturing Manager
Required Skills
Basic Chemical Analysis / Machine Operation / Quality Control / Raw Material Measurement and Blending Technology
Recommended Skills
Analytical Instrument Operation / Chemical Substance Safety Management / Process Improvement / Statistical Quality Control
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because adjustment of trace components and precise blending are required. |
| Learning Agility & Knowledge Acquisition | Because learning ability to adapt to new materials and technologies is required. |
| Problem Solving | Because it is necessary to analyze defects after firing and improve blending and processes. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Communication Skills | Work centers on machine operation and raw material blending, with relatively low frequency of communication. |
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