Machine Lathe Forming Worker (Ceramics Manufacturing)
きかいろくろせいけいこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A manufacturing job that operates a machine potter's wheel to form ceramic products.
Description
Machine lathe forming workers set clay into a mechanical potter's wheel, rotate it, and shape ceramic products using molds or blades. They handle tasks such as kneading clay, managing moisture content, changing molds, operating and adjusting machines, measuring product dimensions, inspection, and managing line quantities. As members of the production line, they work in shifts and are required to maintain stable quality and production efficiency.
Future Outlook
While Japan's ceramics industry faces competition from overseas products and consolidation of production bases due to aging population and declining birthrate, the demand for machine lathe forming workers is expected to be maintained to a certain extent through the introduction of automation and labor-saving technologies. The value of personnel with advanced machine operation skills utilizing IoT and automatic control technologies will increase.
Personality Traits
Dexterous Hands Skilled in Fine Work / High Concentration / Meticulous / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Factory Work / Manufacturing Line / Shift Work / Standing Work
Career Path
Machine Forming Worker → Team Leader → Manufacturing Manager → Quality Manager
Required Skills
Clay Properties Understanding / Potter's Wheel Operation / Product Dimension Measurement / Quality Inspection
Recommended Skills
Basic Machine Maintenance Knowledge / Forklift Operation / Mold Replacement Adjustment / QC Techniques
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | It is necessary to accurately maintain product dimensions and shapes. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Due to long hours of standing work and handling heavy objects. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Since work follows predetermined forming procedures, creative thinking is not particularly necessary. |
Related Qualifications
- Forklift Operation Skills Training
Aliases
- Ceramics Forming Worker
- Potter's Wheel Forming Worker
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