Metal Polishing Hand Finishing Worker
きんぞくけんまてしあげこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A profession that uses manual labor and polishing machines to smooth the surfaces of metal products and create mirror or matte surfaces according to finishing specifications.
Description
Metal polishing hand finishing workers finish the surfaces of metal products using manual labor and polishing machines. They select appropriate abrasives and tools, remove burrs and surface defects with buff polishing or sandpaper polishing, and achieve the roughness and gloss based on design drawings or instructions. They perform surface treatments such as mirror finishing or satin finishing suited to the product and confirm quality through visual inspection. The work includes prolonged standing and repetitive motions, making safety, hygiene, and work environment management important.
Future Outlook
Although mass-lot polishing operations are on a decreasing trend due to advances in automation and robotization, demand is expected to continue for high-value-added products requiring high-precision or small-lot hand finishing.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Career Path
Polishing Worker → Metal Finishing Worker Leader → Quality Inspector → Production Technology → Manufacturing Management
Required Skills
Manual Polishing Technique / Polishing Material Selection / Polishing Tool Operation / Visual Inspection
Recommended Skills
Basic Plating Knowledge / Metallurgy / Safety and Health Management
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because it is necessary to distinguish fine irregularities and finish them uniformly. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because it involves prolonged standing work and repetitive manual operations. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because quantitative analysis and complex calculations are almost unnecessary. |
Related Qualifications
- Machining Skills Certification (Grinding and Polishing)
Aliases
- Metal Polishing Worker
- Polishing Finishing Worker
Related Jobs
- Plating Worker
- Surface Treatment Worker