Lumber Pressing Worker
せいざいはらおしこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Compress and shape lumber using a press machine (side press machine) and manage product quality.
Description
Lumber pressing workers set lumber into press machines (side press machines), set appropriate pressure and time, and perform compression and forming. They handle pre-processing such as lumber selection and dimension confirmation, post-processing such as dimension inspection and checks for surface scratches and foreign matter, and product quality management. They also perform tasks for stable production, including safety device inspections, simple machine maintenance, and creation of work records.
Future Outlook
Job openings are flat due to fluctuations in lumber demand, but there is potential for increased demand for advanced processing technicians as wood-based materials diversify. Amid progress in automation and labor reduction in press processing, the value of workers with machine maintenance skills and control knowledge will rise.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Career Path
Lumber Processing Worker → Woodworking Machine Operator → Process Manager → Production Line Leader
Required Skills
Press machine operation / Simple machine maintenance / Understanding of wood properties
Recommended Skills
Improvement proposals / Machine maintenance / Quality inspection
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because proper pressure and time management directly affects quality. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Due to long hours of standing work and handling heavy lumber. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Due to many routine tasks. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because measurements and pressure settings are often machine-dependent. |
Aliases
- Lumber Press Worker
Related Jobs
- Lumber Processing Worker
- Woodworking Machine Operator