Granulation Worker (Abrasive Manufacturing)
せいりゅうこう（けんまざいせいぞう）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Manufacturing worker responsible for raw material mixing, granulation, drying, firing, crushing, sorting, and packaging of abrasives.
Description
Granulation Worker (Abrasive Manufacturing) mixes ceramic powders and binders, raw materials for abrasives, and forms them into pellets using a granulator. After heat treatment in dryers and kilns, the sintered body is crushed and sieved, undergoes quality inspection for particle size and hardness, is sorted as standard products, and packaged. Handles temperature control and machine operation/maintenance on the line, compliance with safety and hygiene, as well as process stabilization and improvement proposals.
Future Outlook
While automation of manufacturing lines and IoT implementation lead to labor reduction, demand for special abrasives remains stable. Enhancing expertise in handling new materials and advanced quality control techniques will maintain market value.
Personality Traits
Cooperative / Meticulous / Patient / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Career Path
Granulation Operator → Manufacturing Line Leader → Production Engineer → Quality Assurance Engineer → Factory Manager
Required Skills
Manufacturing Machine Operation / Quality Inspection (Particle Size and Hardness Measurement) / Raw Material Weighing and Blending / Safety and Health Management
Recommended Skills
Equipment Maintenance / Process Improvement (QC Techniques) / Production Engineering / Work Standardization
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Fine management is necessary to maintain quality such as particle size and hardness. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Requires physical stamina for tasks such as loading raw materials and prolonged standing work. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Work processes are standardized in manuals, and original ideas are not particularly required. |
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Aliases
- Abrasive Manufacturing Worker
- Abrasives Manufacturing Worker
- Granulation Operator
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