Roof Tile Manufacturing Worker
かわらせいぞうこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Job involving the manufacture of roof tiles for buildings. Handles processes from clay mixing, forming, drying, firing, to finishing.
Description
Roof tile manufacturing workers blend clay, the raw material for roof tiles, and produce products through processes such as forming, drying, firing, and glazing treatment. In the production line, they combine manual work and machine operation while managing humidity and temperature to maintain quality. Adjustments to firing furnace temperatures and glazing mixture ratios, among other process settings, directly affect product quality. They also perform dimensional measurements and appearance inspections on finished products, sort out defective items, and pack and ship them.
Future Outlook
Stable demand is expected due to housing roof renovation needs and demands for improved earthquake resistance, while automation and labor-saving technologies in production lines are advancing, making the training of personnel to inherit traditional techniques a challenge.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Career Path
Manufacturing staff → Group leader → Manufacturing manager → Factory manager → Production technology engineer
Required Skills
Clay mixing skills / Drying and firing management / Forming skills / Glazing treatment / Quality inspection
Recommended Skills
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because even minute defects can lead to product defects. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because there is a lot of long-hour standing work and handling of heavy objects. |
Aliases
- Roof Tile Craftsman
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