Plastic Product Molding and Processing Worker
プラスチックせいひんせいけいかこうこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
This occupation involves operating plastic product molding machines to process products into shapes using methods such as injection molding and extrusion molding. Responsibilities include mold preparation, setting molding conditions, product removal, quality inspection, and machine maintenance checks.
Description
Plastic product molding and processing workers are technical professionals who operate molding machines such as injection molding, extrusion molding, blow molding, and thermoforming to shape plastic resin into product forms. Tasks consist of mold installation and adjustment, setting molding conditions (temperature, pressure, time), material feeding, molding cycle management, product removal, and dimensional/appearance inspections. They are also required to perform periodic machine inspections, simple maintenance, troubleshooting during abnormalities, safety management (handling high-temperature resin and organic solvents), and creating work records. Stable operation according to production lines and quality standards, reduction of defect rates, understanding of material properties and basic mold design, and knowledge of QC techniques are emphasized.
Future Outlook
While labor-saving through automation and IoT introduction progresses, demand for skilled technicians is expected to be maintained and expanded due to the need to respond to high-value-added products and new materials.
Personality Traits
Cooperative / High safety awareness / Meticulous / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Contract work / Factory work / Line production / Manufacturing dispatch / Shift work
Career Path
Site Operator (Molding Operator) → Leader (Foreman) → Production Management → Quality Control → Equipment Maintenance → Plant Engineer
Required Skills
Defective Product Inspection / Extrusion Molding Machine Operation / Injection Molding Machine Operation / Machine Inspection and Maintenance / Mold Installation and Adjustment / Molding Condition Setting
Recommended Skills
Basic Knowledge of Mold Design / Material Mechanics / PLC Control / Quality Control Techniques (QC Seven Tools)
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because attention to detail is required to not miss minute defects or variations in quality. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because physical stamina is required for long hours of standing work and handling heavy molds. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Because adherence to prescribed processes is emphasized over generating new ideas. |
| Planning & Organization | Because processes and schedules are predetermined. |
Related Qualifications
- Forklift Operator
- Plastic Molding Technician (Grade 3, 2, 1)
Aliases
- Injection Molding Operator
- Plastic Molding Worker
- Plastic Processing Worker
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