Hardboard Press Worker
こうしつせんいばんぷれすこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
This occupation manufactures hardboards by mixing wood fibers and resin and using high-temperature and high-pressure press machines. Handles everything from raw material preparation to forming and quality control.
Description
Hardboard press workers load raw materials, which are a mixture of wood fibers and adhesives such as phenol resin or melamine resin, into press machines, and manufacture hardboards by forming and heat-compressing them under high temperature and high pressure. The work processes include raw material blending and pretreatment, press machine operation and temperature/pressure management, post-forming drying, and inspection/quality control of the finished product's thickness, strength, and appearance. They also perform press machine maintenance, removal of defective products, and support the stable operation of the production line while considering safety and hygiene.
Future Outlook
Demand for wood-based materials remains stable, and with the progress of labor-saving and automation technologies, the succession of skills in press operation and quality management is becoming a challenge.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Career Path
Line Operator → Production Management → Quality Control Staff → Equipment Maintenance Engineer → Factory Manager
Required Skills
Basic Machine Maintenance Knowledge / Press Machine Operation / Quality Inspection (Thickness and Strength Measurement) / Raw Material Blending
Recommended Skills
Basic PLC Control Knowledge / Equipment Maintenance / Quality Control Techniques (QC) / Safety and Health Management
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | To maintain thickness and finishing quality. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Due to long hours of standing work and handling heavy objects. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Because there is little new product design, etc., and the focus is mainly on operating existing processes. |
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