Paint Manufacturing Technician (Excluding Production Technicians)
とりょうせいぞうぎじゅつしゃ
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Research and Technical Occupations
- Middle : Manufacturing Engineers
- Minor : Chemical Product Manufacturing Engineers
Summary
An occupation that handles raw material blending, mixing, stirring, quality control, etc., in the paint manufacturing process.
Description
Paint manufacturing technicians appropriately measure paint raw materials such as pigments, resins, solvents, and additives, and manage manufacturing processes including blending, mixing, and stirring. They also maintain product stability and uniformity through equipment operations such as heating, cooling, filtration, and filling, and conduct quality inspections using viscometers, color difference meters, etc. Responding to issues that arise during the manufacturing process, process improvements, safety and health management, and compliance with environmental regulations are also important roles. They work with production lines and research and development departments to maintain and improve efficient, high-quality paint manufacturing processes.
Future Outlook
With the strengthening of environmental regulations and expanding demand for eco-paints, manufacturing technologies for water-based paints and functional coatings are becoming increasingly important. Amid the progress of automation and digitalization in manufacturing processes, the demand for technicians with advanced quality control and process improvement skills is expected to remain stable in the future.
Personality Traits
High safety awareness / Keen observation skills / Meticulous / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Career Path
Manufacturing Operator → Process Manager → Quality Control Staff → Manufacturing Technology Leader → Plant Manager
Required Skills
Machine Operation / Quality Control Analysis / Raw Material Weighing and Blending Skills / Safety and Health Management
Recommended Skills
PLC Control / Process Optimization / Reading English Documents / Statistical Quality Control
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because even slight errors in raw material quantities or process conditions affect quality. |
| Problem Solving | The ability to identify the cause and respond quickly when troubles occur in the manufacturing process is required. |
Related Qualifications
- Chemical Technologist
- Hazardous Materials Handler (Type B, Class 4)
- Poisonous and Deleterious Substances Handler Supervisor
- Quality Management Certification
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- Chemical Product Development Technician
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