Molding Worker (Soap Manufacturing, Fats and Oils Processing)
せいけいこう（せっけんせいぞう、ゆしかかこう）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Manufacturing worker who dissolves and blends soap or animal/vegetable fats and oils, molds using dies, and then cools and dries, etc.
Description
The Molding Worker (Soap Manufacturing, Fats and Oils Processing) weighs and dissolves raw materials such as caustic soda and fats/oils, pours the blended raw materials into molds for shaping. After molding, performs cooling and drying, and conducts quality inspections for dimensions, hardness, etc. Work is centered on production lines or batch processes, with equipment cleaning/maintenance and safety/hygiene management also being important duties. Requires accurately following work procedures and recipes.
Future Outlook
Demand for soap, cosmetics, detergents, etc., is expected to remain stable. While production efficiency improvements and automation advance, personnel with specialized know-how and quality management abilities will continue to be needed.
Personality Traits
Cooperative / High safety awareness / Meticulous / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Day Shift Only / Factory Work / Line Production / Night Shift / Rotating Shifts
Career Path
Molding Operator → Manufacturing Leader → Production Management → Quality Management → Manufacturing Engineer
Required Skills
Equipment Cleaning and Maintenance / Molding Machine Operation / Quality Inspection / Raw Material Weighing / pH/Temperature Management
Recommended Skills
Basic Machine Maintenance / Dangerous Goods Handler Class B Type 4 / Forklift Operation Skills / Hygiene Management Knowledge
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because high accuracy is required for raw material blending and quality inspections. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because handling heavy objects and long hours of standing work are common. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Because work proceeds according to standardized procedures. |
| Initiative & Leadership | Because the main task is to follow superiors' instructions and execute work procedures. |
Related Qualifications
- Dangerous Goods Handler Class B Type 4
- Forklift Operation Skills Training
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