Paint Mixer (Paint Manufacturing)
れんごうこう（とりょうせいぞう）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A manufacturing operator who mixes and kneads raw materials such as pigments, resins, and solvents in prescribed ratios to stably manufacture paint of consistent quality.
Description
The Paint Mixer (Paint Manufacturing) measures paint raw materials such as pigments, resins, and solvents according to product specifications and uses stirring machines and dispersing machines to manufacture uniform paint. Performs quality inspections such as viscosity measurement and color difference measurement, and adjusts compounding ratios or stirring conditions if out of specification. Also handles equipment maintenance checks, creation of work records, and compliance with safety, health, and environmental regulations, supporting the stable operation of the entire production line.
Future Outlook
Stable demand is expected due to strengthening environmental regulations and growing needs for diverse paints. With advances in low-VOC and high-performance paint development, precise compounding techniques and environmental compliance skills will be required.
Personality Traits
Cautious / Cooperative / Meticulous / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Factory work / Safety and health compliance / Shift / Standing work
Career Path
Line Operator → Process Leader → Manufacturing Management → Production Engineering → Quality Assurance
Required Skills
Dispersing Equipment Operation / Manufacturing Record Creation / Quality Testing / Stirring Equipment Operation / Weighing and Measuring Skills
Recommended Skills
Basic Mechanical Maintenance / Chemical Knowledge / Forklift Operation / Hazardous Materials Handling / Quality Control (QC Techniques)
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because errors in raw material measurement or poor mixing lead to quality defects. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Due to the need for physical strength in tasks such as transporting raw materials, prolonged standing work, and operating stirring machines. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Work mainly follows compounding recipes, with little need for creative thinking. |
Related Qualifications
- Hazardous Materials Handler Class B Category 4
- Organic Solvent Work Supervisor
Aliases
- Paint Compounder
- Paint Mixing Operator
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