Buff Finishing Worker (Metal Product Manufacturing)
けんぷしあげこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A manufacturing job that polishes the surface of metal products using buffs or polishing cloths to achieve a smooth and uniform finish.
Description
Buff finishing workers use buffing machines or polishing cloths in the metal product manufacturing process to remove burrs and scratches from surfaces, imparting gloss and smoothness. They select the grit of polishing cloths according to the material and application, adjust machine rotation speeds, and perform detailed hand finishing. After finishing, they inspect visually and by touch, and re-polish or adjust products that do not meet standards. They also handle machine inspections and maintenance, as well as cleaning and organizing the workplace, maintaining safety and hygiene.
Future Outlook
While automation technology is advancing, skilled manual work is still required for the final finishing of product quality, so stable demand is expected.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Career Path
Polishing Apprentice → Polishing Worker → Line Leader → Quality Control Staff → Manufacturing Engineer
Required Skills
Buff Polishing Technique / Finishing Quality Inspection / Polishing Machine Operation / Selection of Polishing Materials
Recommended Skills
Grinding and Polishing Skills / Machine Maintenance / Metal Material Knowledge / Safety and Health Management
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Attention to detail is required to not miss fine scratches or unevenness. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Physical stamina is required due to long hours of standing work and machine operation. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Communication Skills | Basically, there is a lot of individual work, and little dialogue. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because there are few calculation tasks. |
Aliases
- Buff Finishing Worker
- Buff Polishing Worker
- Metal Buff Finishing Worker
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