Nonferrous Metal Sorter (Recycled Resources Wholesaler)
ひてつきんぞくせんべつこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Material Handling, Cleaning, Packaging, and Sorting Occupations
- Middle : Sorting and Picking Workers
- Minor : Sorting Workers
Summary
This job involves sorting nonferrous metal scrap by material type using manual labor or machinery at sites in the recycled resources wholesale industry.
Description
Nonferrous metal sorters work in factories or workshops of recycled resources wholesalers, sorting collected metal scrap by type. They visually inspect or operate machines such as magnetic separators and eddy current separators on materials flowing on belt conveyors, classifying them into aluminum, copper, brass, stainless steel, etc. After sorting, they pack, bag, or load into containers to prepare for melting or shipping in the next process. The work environment involves noise and dust, so protective gear such as dust masks, gloves, and safety shoes is required. The job mainly involves standing work, requiring a certain level of physical strength and endurance.
Future Outlook
Demand is stably progressing with the expansion of the recycling industry and strengthening of legal regulations. However, as the introduction of automation machines advances, the importance of machine operation skills and quality management abilities is increasing.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Indoor factory work / Shift work / Standing work / Uniform provided
Career Path
Junior Sorting Worker → Senior Sorting Worker → Work Team Leader → Site Supervisor → Factory Manager
Required Skills
Compliance with safety procedures / Metal identification / Production line experience / Sorting machine operation
Recommended Skills
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because it is necessary to distinguish subtle differences and classify accurately. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Requires physical stamina to endure long hours of standing work and handling heavy objects. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Mainly routine work, creative thinking is not particularly required. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Except for simple weighing, almost no mathematical analysis is required. |
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