Plastic Raw Material Roll Worker
かそくぶつげんりょうろーるこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Operator job that extrudes plastic raw materials using machines and winds them into rolls as sheets or films.
Description
Plastic Raw Material Roll Workers feed plastic raw materials (pellets, powders, etc.) into extruders, heat and form them, and then wind them into sheets or films using roll machines adjusted to the specified thickness and width. They also handle raw material compounding, adjustment of machine temperature and speed, measurement and inspection of product dimensions, simple machine maintenance and cleaning. They are required to sort defective products based on quality standards and maintain stable production.
Future Outlook
Demand for plastic products remains high, and the need for operators handling raw material roll processing is stable. Amidst advances in labor-saving and automation, demand increases for personnel with machine maintenance and quality control skills.
Personality Traits
Patient / Polite and Courteous / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Career Path
Operator → Shift Leader → Manufacturing Section Chief → Production Engineer → Quality Control
Required Skills
Extruder Operation / Machine Cleaning and Simple Maintenance / Raw Material Compounding and Weighing / Use of Measuring Instruments
Recommended Skills
Basic Machine Maintenance Knowledge / Quality Control / Safety and Health Management
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because dimensional accuracy such as product thickness and width is required. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Due to long hours of standing work and handling heavy raw materials. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Mainly routine tasks with little need for new ideas. |
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- Forklift Operation Skills Training
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