Knife Grinder Worker (Plywood Manufacturing)
ナイフグラインダーこう（ごうはんせいぞう）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Job involving operating a knife grinder on the plywood production line to polish and finish the surface of plywood.
Description
Knife grinder workers operate knife grinder machines in the plywood manufacturing process, shaving the plywood surface with high-speed rotating blades to ensure flatness and smoothness. In addition to machine operation, they handle blade replacement and sharpening, machine maintenance and inspection, product surface inspection and quality control, and safety and health management. As it involves standing work where dust and powder are likely to occur, dust prevention measures and wearing protective gear are necessary, with shift-based line work being the main focus.
Future Outlook
Due to declining birthrates and changes in wood demand, the plywood manufacturing industry is in a shrinking trend, but a certain level of demand is expected to be maintained due to the promotion of wood resource utilization and the DIY boom. With advances in automation and mechanization, demand for maintenance and management skills in addition to machine operation will increase.
Personality Traits
High Concentration / Meticulous / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Career Path
Knife Grinder Worker Apprentice → Knife Grinder Worker → Group Leader → Production Line Leader → Quality Control
Required Skills
Blade Sharpening and Replacement / Knife Grinder Machine Operation / Machine Inspection and Maintenance / Safety and Health Knowledge / Surface Quality Inspection
Recommended Skills
Dust Control Measures / Machine Maintenance Technology / Quality Control / Wood Properties Knowledge
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Attention to detail is needed to not miss minute remnants or unevenness. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Physical stamina is required to endure long hours of standing work and machine operation. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Creativity is not particularly required as it is mainly routine work. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Advanced mathematical analysis is not required. |