General Machine Woodworker
いっぱんきかいもっこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
This occupation involves operating general woodworking machines to mechanically perform processing steps such as cutting, shaping, polishing, and assembling wood to manufacture wood products like building materials and furniture parts.
Description
General machine woodworkers operate woodworking machines such as NC lathes, band saws, and routers to cut, shape, drill holes, and polish wood to specified dimensions and shapes, and perform assembly. This is a manufacturing job. On the production line, they efficiently process while complying with safety rules, check dimensions with measuring tools to maintain quality, manage production volumes according to manufacturing plans, and handle machine adjustments and simple maintenance.
Future Outlook
While CNC and automation are advancing, requiring higher skills, the demand for wood products is stable, and demand for machine operators is expected to be maintained at a certain level.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Contract Employee / Day Shift Exclusive / Dispatched Employee / Permanent Employee / Shift Work
Career Path
Woodworking Machine Operator → Line Leader → Manufacturing Team Leader → Factory Manager
Required Skills
Band Saw Operation / CNC Programming / NC Lathe Operation / Router Operation / Use of Measuring Tools
Recommended Skills
CAD/CAM / Knowledge of Wood Properties / Safety and Health Management
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because dimensional accuracy is required, and small errors can lead to product defects. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because it requires carrying heavy timber and standing for long periods. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Since it follows existing machine processing procedures, original ideas are not greatly required. |
Related Qualifications
- Forklift Operator Training
Aliases
- Timber Processing Operator
- Woodworking Machine Operator
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- Furniture Craftsman
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