Mirror Silvering Worker
かがみぎんびきこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Occupation that manufactures mirrors by chemically depositing a silver film on glass surfaces.
Description
Mirror silvering workers clean and pre-treat the surface of glass sheets, then apply a solution containing silver ions, and are responsible for the process of depositing a silver film through reduction reaction. After the reaction, they wash away excess materials, perform polishing and grinding to obtain a uniform silver film, and finally apply protective paint (back coating) to the back surface to complete the mirror. The work requires handling of chemicals, safety management, and quality inspection.
Future Outlook
Due to the automation of mirror manufacturing processes and the spread of vacuum deposition technology, the demand for traditional chemical silvering methods is on a decreasing trend, but there may still be a need for skilled technicians in the field of manufacturing high-quality mirrors for special applications.
Personality Traits
Dexterous hands and good at detailed work / High concentration / Meticulous / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Career Path
Mirror Silvering Apprentice → Mirror Silvering Worker → Process Leader → Quality Manager → Production Manager
Required Skills
Chemical Handling / Glass Surface Cleaning and Pre-treatment / Grinding and Polishing Technology / Quality Inspection / Silver Mirror Reaction
Recommended Skills
Painting and Coating Technology / Process Management / Quality Control / Surface Treatment Technology
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Precise work is required to prevent unevenness or impurities in the silver film |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Physical strength is needed for standing work, handling dust and chemicals, etc. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Because work follows prescribed procedures |
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