Machine Cleaner
きかいせんじょういん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A profession that cleans the interior and exterior of machinery and equipment used in manufacturing industries and plants with high-pressure washing or chemical cleaning agents to remove dirt and foreign matter.
Description
Machine cleaners remove oil, metal powder, foreign matter, etc., generated in manufacturing processes, and perform operations of cleaning equipment, dilution and application of chemicals, high-pressure washing, and degreasing to maintain quality and safety. Based on work procedure manuals, they conduct cleaning from regular washing to quantitative cleaning such as CIP/SIP, and report and address abnormalities when they occur. Since they handle chemical agents, safety and health management is essential, and consideration for the environment such as wearing protective gear, ventilation, and waste liquid treatment is required.
Future Outlook
Amidst labor-saving and automation in the manufacturing industry, while operations are streamlined by the introduction of automated cleaning systems, there is a demand for highly specialized skills such as equipment operation management and optimization of cleaning processes.
Personality Traits
Good team player / High safety awareness / Meticulous / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Career Path
Machine Cleaner → Leader → Equipment Maintainer → Quality Control Staff → Production Engineer
Required Skills
Chemical Detergent Handling / High-Pressure Washer Operation / Procedure Manual Reading / Safety and Health Knowledge
Recommended Skills
CIP System Knowledge / Foreign Matter Contamination Prevention / Simple Machine Maintenance
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Attention to detail is required to not miss fine dirt. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Due to long hours of standing work and moving heavy parts, high physical stamina is required. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Work is based on manuals, with little need for original idea generation. |
| Initiative & Leadership | Because the work mainly follows instructions. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because the main task is executing procedures rather than numerical analysis. |
Related Qualifications
- Hazardous Materials Handler Class B
- High-Pressure Cleaning Special Training
- Organic Solvent Work Supervisor
Related Jobs
- Cleaning Worker
- Equipment Maintainer
- Washing Worker