Lime manufacturing equipment operator
せっかいせいぞうせつびオペレーター
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
This occupation involves operating, monitoring, and maintaining equipment that calcines limestone to produce lime.
Description
Lime manufacturing equipment operators use limestone as raw material, perform high-temperature calcination in a kiln (calcining furnace), and produce lime products such as slaked lime. They operate and monitor crushing and pulverizing of raw materials, temperature control of the calcining furnace, cooling, and finishing processes such as powdering or granulating. They conduct quality inspections and regular equipment inspections and maintenance. They thoroughly implement measures against high-temperature environments and dust, safety management, regular maintenance, and troubleshooting.
Future Outlook
There is stable demand due to construction needs, but proficiency in manufacturing technologies that comply with environmental regulations and energy-saving measures is required. With the advancement of automation and IoT, the importance of control technologies and data analysis skills will increase.
Personality Traits
Attentive / Good team player / High safety awareness / Patient
Work Style
Equipment inspection / Factory work / Shift work
Career Path
Operator → Leader → Maintenance engineer → Production management → Factory manager
Required Skills
Kiln operation / Machine maintenance knowledge / Quality measurement and testing / Raw material processing / Temperature control
Recommended Skills
PLC control knowledge / Production data analysis / Safety management knowledge / Understanding of instrumentation and control panels
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because high precision is required in calcining temperature and quality inspections. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Physical stamina is needed due to standing work in high-temperature environments and handling heavy raw materials. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Mainly routine tasks, with few opportunities for generating new ideas. |
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