Casting Worker (Plastic Products Manufacturing)
ちゅうけいこう（ぷらすちっくせいひんせいぞう）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A manufacturing job that involves injecting liquid resin into molds, heating and curing to form plastic products, and performing removal, polishing, and inspection.
Description
Casting workers inject liquid resin materials into molds and form them into predetermined shapes through heating and curing. The work consists of a series of processes including resin mixing and stirring, defoaming, injection into molds, curing in heating furnaces, product removal after cooling, finishing such as deburring and polishing, and final inspection. To maintain quality standards while achieving efficient production, management of mold temperature and injection speed, as well as troubleshooting during abnormalities, are required. Work in clean rooms or high-temperature environments is also involved, requiring knowledge of safety and hygiene.
Future Outlook
While manufacturing processes are advancing toward automation, demand for skilled workers continues for products requiring high quality. Smart factory initiatives incorporating IoT and robot technology are progressing, and acquiring specialized skills is expected to increase market value.
Personality Traits
Good team player / High concentration / Meticulous / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Career Path
Casting Worker (Apprentice) → Casting Worker (Operator) → Group Leader → Manufacturing Engineer → Production Manager → Factory Manager
Required Skills
Defoaming and Heating Process Management / Dimensional and Appearance Inspection / Mold Setup and Removal / Molding Machine Operation / Resin Mixing / Surface Finishing
Recommended Skills
CAD (Mold Drawing Reading) / Process Improvement Proposals / Quality Control Techniques (5S, QC) / Safety and Hygiene Knowledge
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | High accuracy is required because fine burrs or bubbles affect product quality. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Requires physical stamina for long hours of standing work and handling molds and resin containers. |
| Problem Solving | Need to quickly identify causes of resin flow issues or mold troubles. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Primarily routine tasks following procedures, so elements of creativity are minimal. |
Related Qualifications
- Organic Solvent Work Supervisor
- Plastic Molding Skills Certification (Resin Casting)
Aliases
- Plastic Casting Worker
- Resin Casting Operator
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