Woodworking Wood Shaper (Piano Parts Manufacturing)
もっこうきどりこう（ぴあのぶひんせいぞう）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A profession that uses wood to cut, shape, and polish parts such as soundboards and keyboards used in pianos.
Description
The Woodworking Wood Shaper (Piano Parts Manufacturing) is a profession that cuts, shapes, and polishes wooden parts such as piano soundboards, keybeds, and action parts based on drawings. It understands the characteristics of the wood used and performs processing by combining NC routers, band saws, and hand tools. Quality is maintained through precise dimensional measurements and polishing finishes, and it plays the role of supplying to the assembly line. Material selection considering wood grain and acoustic properties, as well as quality control such as defect cause analysis, are also important. Both artisanal handwork and machine processing skills are required.
Future Outlook
Although domestic piano manufacturing is on a shrinking trend, demand for high value-added parts for luxury brands remains stable. While there is a challenge of labor shortages due to the aging of skilled craftsmen, the scarcity of precision woodworking technicians is high, and steady demand is expected.
Personality Traits
Dexterous with hands and skilled in detailed work / High concentration / Meticulous / Patient
Work Style
Factory Employment / Line Production / Manufacturing Site / Shift Work / Small Lot Production
Career Path
Junior Woodworking Technician → Piano Parts Craftsman → Manufacturing Line Leader → Quality Control Staff → Manufacturing Technology Development
Required Skills
Blueprint Reading / NC Machine Tool Operation / Polishing Finishing Technique / Precision Dimension Measurement / Wood Cutting Technique
Recommended Skills
3D Measuring Instrument Use / CAD/CAM Operation / English Blueprint Reading / NC Programming
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because it is necessary to accurately maintain fine dimensional precision and wood grain finish. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because advanced mathematical analysis is hardly required. |
Related Qualifications
- National Skills Certification (Wood Processing)
Aliases
- Piano Woodworking Craftsman
Related Jobs
- Furniture Craftsman
- Musical Instrument Manufacturing Technician
- Wood Products Manufacturing Worker