Plastic Craftwork Worker
かそくぶつさいくこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
An occupation that heats and molds plastic raw materials using molds to manufacture products.
Description
Plastic craftwork workers are manufacturing technicians who heat and melt plastic raw materials, inject or extrude them into molds, and shape them into predetermined forms. They repeatedly handle machine setup, adjustments of temperature and pressure, mold changes, product removal, and inspection to maintain dimensional and appearance quality. They also analyze causes of machine troubles and review production conditions to improve processes and reduce defects. Requirements include stable production line operation, safety and health management, as well as knowledge of material selection and waste processing that complies with environmental regulations.
Future Outlook
Demand for plastic products remains steady, but with environmental regulations and a focus on recycling, the ability to handle eco-materials and energy-saving molding technologies is required. As production line automation and IoT adoption progress, advanced skills and data utilization capabilities will become increasingly important.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Factory Work / Rotating Shift / Shift / Uniform/Work Clothes Required
Career Path
Molding Operator → Senior Molding Operator → Production Line Leader → Manufacturing Management → Factory Manager
Required Skills
Injection Molding Machine Operation / Mold Attachment and Replacement / Quality Inspection / Temperature and Pressure Setting Management
Recommended Skills
CAD (Mold Drawing Interpretation) / Mold Maintenance / Process Improvement / Safety and Health Management
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | To minimize errors in dimensions and precision |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Because work is performed based on existing design drawings |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because complex mathematical analysis is not particularly necessary |
Related Qualifications
- Forklift Operation Skills Training
- Resin Molding Technician (National Qualification)
Aliases
- Plastic Manufacturing Worker
- Plastic Molding Worker
- Resin Product Processing Worker
Related Jobs
- Injection Molding Operator
- Mold Maker
- Resin Testing Technician