Kaolin Miner
とうせきさいくついん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Worker who excavates kaolin, a ceramic raw material, from underground or open-pit mines.
Description
Kaolin miners are a profession that extracts kaolin, the raw material for pottery and ceramic products, at mining sites. Using drills, shovels, and sometimes blasting in open-pit or underground mining, they collect raw ore, then sort, crush, and transport it according to quality. Work is performed in teams, requiring heavy machinery operation and safety management. After mining, they also handle loading onto trucks or conveyors, site cleanup, and machinery maintenance.
Future Outlook
Demand for ceramic materials remains stable, and mining operations are expected to continue at a steady level. On the other hand, advances in labor-saving and mechanization are increasing the demand for efficient machinery operators.
Personality Traits
Cautious / Patient / Strong sense of responsibility / Team-oriented
Work Style
Heavy Machinery Operation / Outdoor Work / Rural Assignment / Shift Work / Team Work
Career Path
Mining Worker → Mine Supervisor → Site Supervisor → Mining Engineer
Required Skills
Basic Blasting Techniques / Compliance with Safety Procedures / Heavy Equipment Operation / Mining Machinery Operation / Raw Ore Sorting
Recommended Skills
Basic Civil Engineering Knowledge / Forklift Operation / Machine Maintenance / Mineralogy / Surveying Techniques
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Attention to detail is needed to discern the quality of raw ore. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Many tasks require physical stamina, such as operating heavy machinery and loading. |
| Stress Tolerance | Need to remain calm and continue working in confined spaces or heavy labor environments. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Routine tasks predominate, so little creativity is required. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Almost no calculation work is required. |
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