Plastic Cutting and Polishing Worker
プラスチックせっさく・けんまこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A manufacturing job that uses machine tools and hand tools to perform cutting processing and polishing finishing on plastic materials and resin molded products, ensuring product shape accuracy and surface quality.
Description
Plastic cutting and polishing workers target plastic and resin parts, using machine tools such as lathes, milling machines, polishing machines, and buffs, as well as files and sandpaper, to perform cutting and polishing operations, achieving dimensional accuracy and surface finish as per the drawings. Before work, they set up machines, replace cutting tools, and adjust cutting conditions. After completion, they conduct dimensional inspections using calipers and micrometers, and are involved in quality control and defect prevention. In recent years, the operation of CNC machine tools and automatic polishing equipment has advanced, requiring knowledge of program loading, maintenance, and traceability management. They ensure high-precision and high-quality finishing while complying with safety, hygiene, and work standards.
Future Outlook
While automation and robotization are advancing, leading to labor reduction, the demand for skilled technicians in high-precision fine processing and complex shape finishing is expected to remain stable. With the diversification of resin parts, the market value of personnel with specialized knowledge is expected to remain stable.
Personality Traits
Dexterous hands and good at detailed work / High concentration / Meticulous / Patient
Work Style
Contract Employee / Factory Work / Full-time Employee / Rotating Shift / Shift
Career Path
Site Worker → Leader → Manufacturing Engineer (Production Technology) → Quality Control and Inspector → Production Management → Factory Manager
Required Skills
Drawing Interpretation and Dimensional Measurement / Hand Finishing (Polishing) / Machine Tool Operation / Polishing Machine Operation / Safety and Health Knowledge
Recommended Skills
Basic CAD/CAM Knowledge / CNC Machining Operation / English Technical Document Reading / Painting and Surface Finishing
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because fine finishing and dimensional accuracy are required. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because there is prolonged standing work and operation of heavy equipment. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Because work follows existing drawings and procedures. |
| Initiative & Leadership | Because work is mostly based on instructions, with little independent judgment. |
Related Qualifications
- Machining Skills Technician (Grade 3 or higher)
Aliases
- Plastic Cutting Worker
- Plastic Polishing Worker
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