Plastic Lens Molder
ぷらすちっくれんずせいけいこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A manufacturing technician who injects plastic resin into molds using injection molding machines to produce high-precision optical lens parts.
Description
Plastic lens molders are workers who inject plastic resin for optical products into molds to form lens shapes. They handle tasks from transporting and adjusting raw materials, installing and changing molds, setting and monitoring injection molding machine parameters, to inspecting dimensions and appearance of molded products, and post-processing such as deflashing and polishing. To maintain production efficiency and product quality, they also perform fine-tuning of molding conditions, defect analysis, and collaboration with mold maintenance teams. They follow work standard documents, pay attention to safety and hygiene, and support stable mass production.
Future Outlook
With the expansion of demand for optical products and development of multifunctional lenses, demand for plastic lens molding technicians will increase gradually. Higher precision and multifunctionality are required for automotive ADAS lenses, smartphone camera modules, etc.
Personality Traits
Attentive / Cooperative / Patient / Practical / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Factory work / Indoor work / Manufacturing line / Shift work
Career Path
Molding Operator → Chief Operator → Manufacturing Supervisor → Quality Control Staff → Production Engineer → Factory Manager
Required Skills
Compliance with Work Standards / Dimensional Measurement / Injection Molding Machine Operation / Mold Replacement Adjustment / Molded Product Inspection / Molding Condition Setting / Safety and Health Knowledge
Recommended Skills
English (Reading Mechanical Manuals) / Mold Design Using CAD/CAM / Mold Maintenance / Quality Management Techniques / Statistical Process Control
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Optical lenses require high precision, and even slight dimensional errors can lead to defects. |
| Problem Solving | Because analysis of molding defects and adjustment of molds and molding conditions are essential. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Molding work is based on specified conditions, so creative thinking is not particularly required. |
Related Qualifications
- Plastic Molding Skills Certification (Grade 2・3)
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- Injection Molding Operator
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