Hozukuri (hozukuri) Worker
ほづくりこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
This occupation involves operating and managing the papermaking line that uses pulp as raw material to form and dry sheet paper.
Description
The Hozukuri Worker is an operator of the wet papermaking process, pouring pulp slurry (pulp dissolved in water) onto a mesh (Fourdrinier wire) to form it into a sheet. They manage raw material concentration adjustment, flow control, sheet pressing and dewatering, and transfer to the dryer consistently, maintaining the paper's thickness, density, and uniformity. They also handle production line shutdowns and restarts, safety inspections, quality checks, and are involved in machine maintenance and cleaning.
Future Outlook
Although paper demand fluctuates, the papermaking industry is expected to have stable workforce demand due to expanding needs for packaging and sanitary paper.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Career Path
Line operator → Shift leader → Production manager → Assistant factory manager
Required Skills
Machine safety inspection / Papermaking line operation / Quality inspection / Slurry concentration adjustment
Recommended Skills
Basic knowledge of machine maintenance / Forklift operation / Quality control (analytical chemistry)
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because minute differences in sheet quality affect the final product. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because there is a lot of standing work and heavy machinery operation, requiring physical stamina. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Because it mainly involves machine operation rather than complex logical thinking. |
| Creativity & Ideation | The processes are standardized, and creative thinking is not particularly required. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | There is numerical management, but little advanced quantitative analysis. |
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