Plastic Lathe Operator
プラスチックせんばんこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
This occupation involves lathe machining of plastic parts, cutting materials based on drawings to finish products.
Description
Plastic lathe operators set plastic materials on lathe machines, rotate them, and perform cutting with tools to finish the dimensions and shapes of products. They read machining drawings, determine cutting conditions, select tools, and set up machines. They operate various machines from manual lathes to CNC lathes, maintain high precision using calipers and micrometers for measurements. They also consider quality control, safety and health, and contribute to improving productivity in manufacturing lines.
Future Outlook
With the diversification and precision of plastic products, high machining skills are required. Even as automation and CNC advance, skilled workers are expected to remain in demand.
Personality Traits
Dexterous Hands, Skilled at Detailed Work / High Concentration / Meticulous
Work Style
Contract Employee / Factory Work / Full-time Employee / Shift Work
Career Path
Lathe Operator Apprentice → Plastic Lathe Operator → Team Leader/Supervisor → Production Management → Manufacturing Engineer
Required Skills
Drawing Interpretation / Lathe Operation / Setting and Adjustment of Cutting Conditions / Use of Precision Measuring Instruments
Recommended Skills
Basic Machine Maintenance Knowledge / CAD/CAM / CNC Programming (Basic) / Knowledge of Safety and Health Regulations / Quality Control
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | To ensure dimensional accuracy. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because prolonged standing work and machine operation are required. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Because there is a lot of repetitive work, with routine tasks taking precedence over novelty. |
| Planning & Organization | Because they follow work instructions to perform machining processes, with execution of instructions taking precedence over planning. |
Aliases
- Plastic Lathe Machinist
- Plastic Lathe Operator
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