Lamination Molding Worker
せきそうせいけいこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A profession that stacks materials such as plastics or metal powders layer by layer and uses equipment like 3D printers to form products or prototypes.
Description
Lamination molding workers import data created with CAD/CAM software into the equipment and form shapes by stacking resins or metal powders layer by layer. They manage temperature and output during forming, adjust layer thickness and stacking speed, perform post-processing such as cleaning and curing after completion, and conduct dimensional inspections and quality checks. They understand the characteristics of materials and equipment, perform parameter adjustments and maintenance in case of abnormalities, and are also required to make improvement proposals aimed at enhancing production efficiency and reducing costs.
Future Outlook
With the expansion of parts demand in the aerospace and medical fields, along with the advancement of materials and equipment and the spread of metal additive manufacturing, the need for specialized technicians is expected to increase.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Career Path
Operator → Senior Operator → Team Leader → Production Management → Technology Development
Required Skills
3D Printer Operation / Basic CAD/CAM Knowledge / Material Knowledge / Quality Inspection
Recommended Skills
3D Scanner Operation / English Manual Reading / Post-Processing Techniques / Slicer (Settings Adjustment)
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because layer errors directly affect product accuracy. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because it mainly involves settings according to recipes, with little advanced quantitative analysis. |
Related Qualifications
- 3D Printer Technician Certification Exam
Aliases
- 3D Printer Operator
- Additive Manufacturing Worker
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