Grinding Wheel Manufacturing Worker
けんさくといしせいぞうこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A job that manufactures grinding wheels by mixing abrasives and binders, forming, sintering, and finishing.
Description
Grinding wheel manufacturing workers mix abrasives such as alumina or silica with binders, create the shape of the grinding wheel using press molding or horizontal compression molding, and impart hardness by high-temperature heating in a sintering furnace. After forming, they perform quality inspections such as balance adjustment, dimensional inspection, and hardness testing to finish the product to a shippable state. On the production line, they work while paying attention to temperature and pressure management and occupational safety and health, and are also involved in equipment maintenance inspections and process improvements.
Future Outlook
Demand for high-performance grinding wheels for automobiles and precision machinery remains stable. With the introduction of IoT and smart factories, improvements in production efficiency and development of low-environmental-impact materials are expected to progress, and demand for specialized technicians will continue.
Personality Traits
Good team player / Meticulous / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Career Path
Line Operator → Process Leader → Production Management → Quality Management → Factory Manager
Required Skills
Molding Machine Operation / Quality Inspection / Raw Material Mixing / Safety and Health Knowledge / Sintering Furnace Operation
Recommended Skills
Basic Chemistry / Data Management / Improvement Techniques (6 Sigma) / Machine Maintenance Knowledge
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because minute defects affect product performance. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Due to handling heavy materials and working in high-temperature environments. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Centered on routine manufacturing processes with few opportunities for new ideas. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Few daily complex mathematical calculations. |
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- Forklift Operation Skills Training
- Hazardous Materials Handler (Type B Class 4)
Aliases
- Grinding Wheel Manufacturing Worker
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