Honeycomb Board Worker
はにかむぼーどこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A profession that manufactures lightweight, high-strength honeycomb boards by bonding and pressing paper honeycomb cores and skins.
Description
Honeycomb board workers are specialists who manufacture sheet-like honeycomb boards by bonding and pressing paper honeycomb cores (hexagonal cell structure) and skin materials such as plywood or particleboard. They handle a series of processes from raw material management and adhesive mixing to operation of press machines and cutting machines, and inspection of product dimensions, strength, and appearance. In production lines, safety and hygiene, and quality control are emphasized, and they may also perform equipment maintenance and improvement proposals.
Future Outlook
Lightweight and high-strength honeycomb boards are seeing increasing demand across a wide range of applications such as packaging materials, building materials, and furniture components. With advances in automation and labor reduction, skills in equipment operation and production management will be required, making it a stable occupation in the future.
Personality Traits
Good Team Player / High Concentration / Polite and Courteous
Work Style
Career Path
Site Worker → Line Leader → Manufacturing Leader → Production Management → Factory Manager
Required Skills
Adhesive Application and Mixing / Dimensional Measurement / Press Machine Operation / Quality Inspection
Recommended Skills
Forklift Operation / Machine Maintenance / Productivity Improvement Activities / Wood Processing Knowledge
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because attention to detail is required to not miss minute defects. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because standing work and machine operation require physical stamina. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Because routine work is the main focus and there is little need for original ideas. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because there are few complex calculations. |
Related Qualifications
- Forklift Operation Training
- Wood Processing Technician
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