Plastic Polishing Worker
かそぶつけんまこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A manufacturing job that uses polishing machines or manual work to smooth the surfaces of plastic products, performing deburring and glossing.
Description
Plastic polishing workers remove burrs and surface irregularities after molding plastic products to achieve a smooth and uniform surface finish. They use sandpaper and buff polishing machines to add gloss to products or adjust the finish according to design dimensions. During polishing operations, utmost care is required to avoid scratching the products, and the work proceeds while conducting quality inspections and dimensional measurements. Machine inspection and maintenance, as well as safety and health management, are also required.
Future Outlook
While automation and robotization advance, leading to labor reduction, demand for skilled workers is expected to remain for products requiring precise finishing.
Personality Traits
Dexterous hands skilled in fine work / High concentration / Meticulous
Work Style
Career Path
Plastic Polishing Worker → Group Leader/Leader → Quality Control Staff → Production Technology Staff → Manufacturing Department Manager
Required Skills
Deburring Polishing Technique / Hand Polishing Technique / Polishing Machine Operation / Quality Inspection / Surface Finishing Knowledge
Recommended Skills
Communication Skills (Teamwork) / Machine Maintenance / Material Knowledge / Safety and Health Management
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Attention to detail is needed to not miss small scratches or burrs. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Standing work and operation of heavy polishing equipment require physical stamina. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Advanced logical thinking is not required. |
| Creativity & Ideation | Little planning or idea generation. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Advanced mathematical analysis is not required. |
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