Mold packing worker (Concrete products manufacturing)
かたこみこう（コンクリートせいひんせいぞう）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A job involving pouring ready-mixed concrete into molds for concrete products, molding, demolding, and finishing.
Description
Mold packing workers manufacture concrete products used in precast concrete or production lines. They are mainly responsible for a series of tasks including formwork assembly and dismantling, pouring ready-mixed concrete, operating vibration compaction machines or pressure molding machines, demolding, curing management, surface finishing, and quality inspection. Tasks are divided among multiple workers, requiring understanding of material mixes, machine maintenance, and safety management. Daily inspections and record-keeping are essential to maintain high-precision molding and consistent quality.
Future Outlook
With stable demand in civil engineering and construction, demand for concrete products manufacturing remains steady. Improvements in production efficiency and automation technologies require enhanced machine operation skills.
Personality Traits
Cooperative / Meticulous / Physically fit / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Career Path
Mold packing operator → Leader → Production supervisor → Assistant factory manager → Factory manager
Required Skills
Concrete placement / Curing management / Formwork assembly dismantling / Pressure molding machine operation / Quality inspection / Vibration compactor operation
Recommended Skills
CAD basics (formwork design) / Concrete mix knowledge / Manufacturing equipment maintenance / Quality control techniques (QC)
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Precise work is required to prevent cracks or chips. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | High physical stamina is needed for transporting raw materials, pouring, etc. |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | Requires cooperating with multiple people to carry out a series of tasks. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Work mainly follows prescribed molding methods, with limited room for creativity. |
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