Board Woodworker
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Artisan or technician who processes timber to manufacture board-shaped products (such as plywood and laminated lumber).
Description
Board woodworkers process logs or veneers through steps such as bonding, pressing, and compression to manufacture board-shaped products like plywood and laminated lumber. They operate machines such as planers, band saws, and presses, while performing dimensional measurements and quality inspections to produce uniform and strong board materials. Proficiency in timber characteristics and machine operation is required, along with attention to finish uniformity and safety management.
Future Outlook
While production automation and mechanization advance, there is demand for precision and small-lot multi-variety production, so demand for technicians skilled in machine operation and quality control is expected to remain stable.
Personality Traits
Dexterous with hands and good at fine work / Meticulous / Patient
Work Style
Career Path
Apprentice Board Woodworker → Board Woodworker → Group Leader/Leader → Quality Control Technician → Manufacturing Manager
Required Skills
Bonding and Pressing Skills / Dimensional Measurement / Machine Operation / Sanding and Finishing Skills / Timber Cutting and Forming Skills
Recommended Skills
CAD (Board Design) / Knowledge of Timber Characteristics / NC Machine Tool Operation / Quality Control
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because variations in dimensional accuracy and finishing quality are not tolerated. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Due to transporting heavy timber and prolonged standing work. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Communication Skills | Primarily task-oriented with relatively little interpersonal coordination. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Requires few advanced mathematical computations. |
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