Gold and Silver Ware Manufacturer
きんぎんきせいぞうこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Artisan who processes precious metals such as gold and silver to manufacture gold and silver ware such as tableware and ornaments.
Description
Gold and silver ware manufacturers process precious metal materials such as gold and silver by combining manual work and machine processing such as hammering, forging, chasing, gilding, and polishing to manufacture gold and silver ware such as tableware and ornaments. They create prototypes based on drawings or designs, achieve high quality through precise measurements and finishing processes, and handle a wide range from custom-made products to mass-produced items by fusing traditional techniques and the latest technology.
Future Outlook
Demand for high-end ornaments and custom-made markets is steady, and interest in traditional techniques is also increasing. On the other hand, adaptation to the introduction of new technologies such as 3D printing is required, so skill improvement is necessary in both technological innovation and tradition inheritance.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Career Path
Apprentice → Artisan → Chief Artisan → Workshop Owner → Traditional Craftsman
Required Skills
Chasing Technique / Gilding Technique / Grinding and Polishing Technique / Hammered Repousse Technique / Precision Measurement Inspection
Recommended Skills
CAD / Finishing Technique / Prototype Making / Quality Control
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because high precision is required for detailed decoration and processing. |
| Creativity & Ideation | Because creativity is required for unique design creation and decoration. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because complex calculations are hardly necessary. |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | Because there is a lot of individual work and little coordination in teams. |
Related Qualifications
- Traditional Craftsman
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- Chasing Worker
- Decorative Metal Fabricator
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