Milling machine operator (Plastic products manufacturing)
フライスばんこう（かそくぶつせいひんせいぞう）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
This occupation uses a milling machine to perform cutting on molds and parts for plastic products, achieving shape accuracy.
Description
The Milling Machine Operator (Plastic Products Manufacturing) is a specialist who secures plastic workpieces on a milling machine and uses cutting tools such as end mills to perform shape machining and surface finishing. Reads drawings, selects tools and machining conditions, and performs setup changes. After machining, conducts dimensional inspections using micrometers and calipers to manage accuracy. Conducts work while considering production efficiency, quality improvement, and occupational safety and health.
Future Outlook
While automation and NC are advancing, demand for high-precision machining continues, requiring skills that integrate manual work and IT technology.
Personality Traits
High concentration / Meticulous / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Day shift / Factory work / Shift / Team work
Career Path
Milling machine operator (manual) → NC milling operator → Machining center operator → Manufacturing leader → Production technology
Required Skills
Blueprint reading / Cutting tool selection / Machine tool operation / Measuring instrument operation / Setup change
Recommended Skills
5S activities / CAD/CAM basic operation / NC program / Safety and health knowledge
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because it is necessary to strictly manage dimensional accuracy and surface roughness. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Creativity is not particularly required as it involves accurately reproducing prescribed procedures. |
Aliases
- Milling machine operator
- Milling operator
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