Quarter Sawing Worker
まさわりしょく
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A manufacturing occupation that splits timber along the straight grain by hand or machine to improve material quality.
Description
The quarter sawing worker is a job in the lumber processing process that splits logs along the straight grain (masa-me) direction to produce materials such as table boards, transoms, and long timbers. Traditionally, hand axes and wedges are used, but currently, sawmill machines and automatic quarter sawing machines are operated to carry out the work safely and efficiently. It requires the skill to discern wood properties and avoid splits and knots, as well as physical strength.
Future Outlook
In the lumber processing industry, while automation and labor-saving are progressing, skilled techniques for discerning high-quality timber remain essential. Timber demand is stable, and the role of technicians continues to be important.
Personality Traits
Cautious / Dexterous with hands and good at detailed work / Physically strong
Work Style
Career Path
Sawmill worker → Wood product processing worker → Team leader/Site leader → Factory manager
Required Skills
Hand Tool Operation Skills / Safety and Health Knowledge / Sawmill Machine Operation / Wood Properties Understanding
Recommended Skills
Chainsaw Operation / Forklift Operation / Machine Maintenance (Basic)
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Physical strength is required due to handling heavy timber. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | The work is routine, with little complex analysis. |
| Creativity & Ideation | Routine processes require little idea generation. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | No complex numerical analysis is needed. |
Related Qualifications
- Forklift Operation Training
Aliases
- Quarter Sawing Worker
Related Jobs
- Lumber Processing Worker
- Woodworker