Emulsion Coater (Film Manufacturing)
にゅうざいとふこう（ふぃるむせいぞう）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Manufacturing operator who applies emulsion to plastic film to impart surface functionality.
Description
The Emulsion Coater (Film Manufacturing) uses coating equipment such as knife coaters and gravure coaters to uniformly apply emulsion to plastic film. Responsibilities include stirring and adjusting the viscosity of raw materials, equipment setup, managing temperature and speed during operation, setting drying furnaces, inspecting coating film thickness, and conducting quality inspections to stably supply products that meet specifications. Duties also encompass machine maintenance, periodic inspections, compliance with safety and environmental regulations, and preparing work reports.
Future Outlook
Demand for packaging films is expected to remain stable, but operations are anticipated to become more sophisticated and labor-saving with the introduction of automation and IoT technologies.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Career Path
Operator → Senior Operator → Line Leader → Manufacturing Manager → Quality Control Engineer
Required Skills
Coater Operation / Drying Furnace Management / Quality Inspection (Film Thickness Measurement) / Viscosity Measurement
Recommended Skills
Basic Chemical Knowledge / Machine Maintenance / Safety and Health Management / Statistical Quality Control
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | High precision is required to form a uniform coating film. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Due to long hours of standing work and handling heavy raw materials. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Because the work is mainly manual and does not require much originality. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because advanced mathematical calculations are rarely required. |
Related Qualifications
- Hazardous Materials Handler (Ethyl Class 4)
Aliases
- Coating Operator
- Film Coater
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