Plastic Product Production Engineer
ぷらすちっくせいひんせいさんぎじゅつしゃ
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Research and Technical Occupations
- Middle : Manufacturing Engineers
- Minor : Chemical Product Manufacturing Engineers
Summary
Plastic product production engineers design and operate production lines for various plastic products using manufacturing processes such as injection molding and extrusion molding, and perform quality control and process improvements.
Description
Plastic product production engineers operate molding equipment including injection and extrusion molding machines, perform mold changes, set manufacturing conditions, and ensure stable operation of production lines. They optimize molding conditions (temperature, pressure, speed, etc.) according to material properties, conduct quality inspections (dimensional measurement and visual inspection), perform equipment maintenance and checks, and handle troubleshooting for abnormalities. They also handle a wide range of tasks including process improvement proposals for enhancing production efficiency and reducing costs, as well as smart factory initiatives using automation and IoT. Compliance with safety, health management, and environmental regulations is also required.
Future Outlook
With the advancement of smart factories through automation and IoT, as well as responses to stricter environmental regulations including recycled and bio-plastics, the demand for highly skilled production engineers is expected to remain high. The market value of individuals with quality control and process improvement skills is increasing.
Personality Traits
Ambitious / Calm and level-headed / Cooperative / Detail-oriented / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Factory work / On-site work / Shift work / Standing work / Team-based
Career Path
Production Operator → Production Technology Staff (Junior) → Senior Production Engineer → Team Leader → Production Technology Manager → Factory Manager
Required Skills
Extrusion Molding Machine Operation / Injection Molding Machine Operation / Mold Replacement and Adjustment / Molding Condition Setting / Production Equipment Maintenance / Quality Inspection (Appearance and Dimensions)
Recommended Skills
Blow Molding Machine Operation / CAD/CAM Design / PLC Control Technology / Process Improvement / Statistical Quality Control
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Attention to detail is necessary to not miss minor molding defects. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Required due to long hours of standing work and handling heavy objects. |
| Problem Solving | Essential for troubleshooting production line issues and process improvements. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Relatively little creative thinking is required as it follows standardized processes. |
Related Qualifications
- Forklift Operation Training
- Hazardous Materials Handler Class B
- Plastic Molding Technician (Grades 1-3)
- Quality Control Certification (QC Certification)
Aliases
- Plastic Molding Engineer
- Resin Product Production Engineer
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- Mold Design Engineer
- Molding Operator
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