Plastic Product Manufacturing Engineer
ぷらすちっくせいひんせいぞうぎじゅつしゃ
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Research and Technical Occupations
- Middle : Manufacturing Engineers
- Minor : Chemical Product Manufacturing Engineers
Summary
A technical position that uses plastic molding and processing techniques to manufacture products and manage quality, optimize manufacturing processes, and maintain and manage production equipment.
Description
Plastic product manufacturing engineers utilize various molding methods (injection molding, extrusion molding, blow molding, vacuum forming, etc.) to perform mold design and adjustment, molding condition setting, and material selection, enabling mass production of high-quality products. They repeatedly optimize resin formulation, additive selection, temperature, pressure, and cooling conditions to stabilize processes and improve yields. They also propose process improvements through quality inspections and defect analysis, and plan and execute equipment maintenance and management. They handle production planning, cost management, compliance with safety and health standards, and involvement in smart factory initiatives and IoT-based data operations.
Future Outlook
Demand for personnel with high technical skills is increasing due to the advancement of automation and smart factories in manufacturing. The importance of environmentally friendly materials and recycling technologies is also growing.
Personality Traits
High safety awareness / Meticulous / Problem-solving oriented / Team-oriented
Work Style
Day shift / Improvement projects / Line work / Night shift / Shift work
Career Path
Manufacturing Operator → Process Engineer → Production Technology Engineer → Production Management → Factory Manager / Manufacturing Department Manager
Required Skills
Data Analysis / Die Operation and Maintenance / Inspection and Measurement Equipment Operation / Molding Machine Operation / Production Process Management / Resin Formulation Design
Recommended Skills
CAD/CAM (Die Design) / IoT / PLC and Automated Control / Quality Management Techniques / Technical English Document Reading
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | To analyze molding conditions and quality data, identify the causes of problems, and develop improvement measures. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Strict checks are necessary to avoid missing minor molding defects. |
| Learning Agility & Knowledge Acquisition | Continuous learning is required due to the introduction of new materials and technologies. |
| Problem Solving | Required for troubleshooting production lines and investigating causes of defects. |
Related Qualifications
- Hazardous Materials Handler (Class B Type 4)
- Plastic Molding Technician
- Quality Control Certification (QC Certification)
Aliases
- Injection Molding Engineer
- Plastic Molding Engineer
- Plastic Processing Engineer
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