Photo Film Manufacturing Worker
しゃしんふぃるむせいぞうこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Manufacturing technician responsible for the entire process from raw material mixing to coating, drying, slitting, inspection, and packaging of photo film.
Description
Photo film manufacturing workers handle the entire manufacturing process from mixing raw materials such as photosensitive emulsions and supports, coating processes, drying processes, slitter processing, quality inspection, to packaging. They operate production equipment such as coating machines and drying furnaces in a clean room environment, managing temperature, humidity, pH, viscosity, etc. They conduct sampling inspections and appearance inspections to ensure product uniformity, and investigate causes and take measures in case of abnormalities. Stable operation of the production line, safety and health management, and simple maintenance of equipment are also important tasks.
Future Outlook
Although demand is shrinking due to digitalization, markets for special-purpose films and analog photography enthusiasts are stable. Technology succession is a challenge due to automation and sophistication of manufacturing processes and applications to other chemical product manufacturing.
Personality Traits
Good at stable work / Serious and meticulous / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Career Path
Operator → Group Leader/Line Leader → Production Technology Staff → Quality Control Staff → Factory Manager
Required Skills
Coating Machine Operation / Quality Inspection (Appearance and Dimensions) / Raw Material Mixing / pH Viscosity Measurement
Recommended Skills
English Literature Reading / Manufacturing Line Automation Control / SCADA Operation / Statistical Process Management
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Because logical thinking is required for monitoring and adjusting chemical processes. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because minute quality differences greatly affect the product. |
| Problem Solving | Because it is essential for investigating causes during equipment troubles or quality abnormalities. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Because routine tasks are the main focus rather than creativity. |
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Aliases
- Film Manufacturing Worker
- Photo Film Operator
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