Plastic Manufacturing Equipment Operator
プラスチックせいぞうそうちうんてんいん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A job that operates plastic manufacturing equipment such as injection molding machines and extruders, handling everything from raw material feeding to molding processing, quality inspection, and equipment maintenance.
Description
Plastic manufacturing equipment operators feed pellet-shaped raw materials into injection molding machines or extruders, set molds and molding conditions, and mold products. During molding, they monitor parameters such as temperature, pressure, and speed, and make adjustments or investigate causes in case of abnormalities. Molded products undergo quality inspections for dimensions and appearance, followed by sorting defective products and updating production records. They also perform regular cleaning, lubrication, simple maintenance and inspections, and participate in 5S and improvement activities.
Future Outlook
While demand for plastic products remains stable, advances in automation and labor reduction are anticipated. By honing skills in higher-level processes such as equipment maintenance and quality control, career opportunities can expand.
Personality Traits
Attentive / Good team player / Patient / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Career Path
Group Leader → Maintenance Skilled Worker → Production Management → Quality Control → Factory Management
Required Skills
Molding Condition Setting and Adjustment / Molding Machine Operation / Product Inspection / Production Record Creation / Raw Material Feeding
Recommended Skills
Basic Knowledge of Machine Maintenance / Improvement Activities / Safety and Health Management
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because it is necessary to accurately manage product dimensions and quality. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because physical stamina is required to endure standing work and long hours on the manufacturing line. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Follows prescribed procedures most of the time, with little idea generation. |
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Aliases
- Extrusion Machine Operator
- Injection Molding Operator
- Plastic Molding Operator
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