Kneading Worker (Foundry Sand Manufacturing Industry)
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Kneading Worker (Foundry Sand Manufacturing) is a technical occupation that manufactures molding sand for casting by mixing sand, binders, and hardeners in prescribed ratios to produce molding sand of uniform quality.
Description
Kneading Workers (Foundry Sand Manufacturing) produce molding sand used in the pre-process of casting. They weigh raw materials such as sand, bentonite or organic binders, and hardeners according to specified mixing ratios, charge them into kneading machines, and mix and knead them. After kneading, they perform quality inspections for moisture content, flowability, strength, etc., and supply molding sand that meets standards to the production line. Machine inspection, maintenance, cleaning, and safety management are also important tasks. They are required to make fine adjustments and respond to troubles to improve production efficiency while maintaining stable quality.
Future Outlook
While automation and labor-saving progress in the casting industry, fine adjustments in raw material blending require skilled expertise, so demand for skilled workers is expected to be maintained to a certain extent.
Personality Traits
Meticulous / Physically fit / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Career Path
Kneading Worker (Apprentice) → Kneading Worker → Group leader/Leader → Quality control staff → Manufacturing manager
Required Skills
Kneading Machine Operation / Machine Inspection and Maintenance / Quality Inspection / Raw Material Weighing
Recommended Skills
Basic Knowledge of Hazardous Materials Handling / Forklift Operation / Organic Binder Knowledge / Quality Control
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because it is necessary to accurately manage mixing ratios and mixing conditions. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because it involves transporting raw materials and long hours of standing work. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Because it follows a prescribed mixture ratio. |
| Planning & Organization | Because the work is routinized. |
Related Qualifications
- Forklift Operation Skills Training
Aliases
- Mixer Operator
- Sand Kneading Worker
Related Jobs
- Casting Worker
- Finishing Worker
- Melting Worker
- Molding Worker