Lens Press Worker
れんずたまあおしこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Manufacturing worker who sets optical lenses into lens cells, performs pressing and fine adjustments to ensure optical performance.
Description
The lens press worker sets lenses for optical instruments into lens cells or frames and performs press-fitting and fine adjustments using lens pressing machines or dedicated tools. Measures lens position, thickness, and tilt using micrometers or calipers to ensure product optical performance. In addition to machine operations on mass production lines, also handles manual fine adjustments and inspections. Precision work in cleanroom environments is central, requiring high attention and accuracy.
Future Outlook
Stable job demand is expected due to increasing needs for lenses in cameras, optical sensors, and AR/VR devices. With advancing markets such as LiDAR lenses for autonomous vehicles, the demand for technicians skilled in high-precision adjustments and inspections will continue to rise.
Personality Traits
Dexterous hands, good at detailed work / High concentration / Meticulous / Patient
Work Style
Career Path
Line Operator → Team Leader → Quality Control Staff → Process Engineer → Manufacturing Department Manager
Required Skills
Cleanroom Work Experience / Lens Cell Assembly / Lens Press Machine Operation / Use of Precision Measuring Instruments
Recommended Skills
Optical Theory / Quality Control Methods / Reading Optical Drawings / Tool and Jig Adjustment and Maintenance
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because even slight positional deviations affect optical performance. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Primarily involves following procedures rather than creativity. |
| Initiative & Leadership | Primarily manual-based work with few spontaneous suggestions. |