Glaze Raw Material Compounder
ゆうやくげんりょうちょうごうこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A manufacturing job that compounds raw materials for glazes used in ceramic products to adjust the product's color tone and physical properties.
Description
A Glaze Raw Material Compounder weighs powder raw materials such as silica, alumina, and iron oxide, and stirs them in a mixing device based on recipes. As needed, performs filtration or humidity control, and finally measures specific gravity and viscosity to confirm quality. Also handles operation and inspection of manufacturing equipment, safety management, and raw material inventory management, fulfilling the role of supplying stable glazes.
Future Outlook
Due to the expanding demand for high-performance ceramics, including electronic components and automotive parts, the sophistication and automation of glaze raw material compounding will advance, and the demand for skilled technicians with expertise is expected to remain stable.
Personality Traits
Emphasizes Accuracy / Has Cooperativeness / Meticulous / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Factory Work / Fixed Hours / Shift Work / Standing Work / Team Work
Career Path
Manufacturing Operator → Group Leader → Quality Control Staff → Production Technology Staff → Factory Manager
Required Skills
Compounding / Mixing Machine Operation / Powder Handling / Quality Inspection / Weighing Operation
Recommended Skills
Analytical Equipment Operation / Industrial Safety Knowledge / Knowledge of Chemical Properties
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | To accurately calculate the ratios for raw material compounding. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because even small errors affect quality. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Calculation of compounding ratios and numerical management of measurement results are essential. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Because the work mainly follows established recipes. |
Aliases
- Glaze Blender
- Glaze Compounder
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