Holder Inserter (Plating Industry)
ホルダーさしこう（めっきぎょう）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A manufacturing operator who attaches products to holders, immerses them in plating baths, operates and manages electroplating, and applies uniform plating to metal surfaces.
Description
Holder inserters (plating industry) attach products to holders, perform pretreatment (degreasing, pickling, water rinsing), immerse them in plating baths to apply electroplating or electroless plating. Operators manage bath current, voltage, temperature, and time, and measure plating thickness and appearance using inspection equipment. Adjusting plating solutions, maintenance, waste liquid treatment, and safety and health management are also important tasks. Most work involves standing, and since chemicals are handled, proper use of protective gear and work environment management are required.
Future Outlook
With advances in automation and labor reduction, operator roles will change, requiring a shift to quality control and maintenance technologies. Technicians with knowledge of high-value-added plating and environmentally friendly processes will remain in high demand.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Factory Work / Safety Gear Required / Shift Work / Standing Work
Career Path
Holder Inserter Apprentice → Holder Inserter → Group Leader/Line Leader → Quality Control Staff → Plating Engineer/Technology Developer
Required Skills
Electroplating (Electrical Control) / Plating Bath Operation / Pretreatment and Post-treatment / Thickness and Surface Inspection
Recommended Skills
Basic Chemistry Knowledge / English Literature Reading / Safety and Health Management (Chemicals)
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Attention to detail is essential to avoid missing minor appearance defects or plating flaws. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Physical stamina is required for long hours of standing work and carrying heavy holders. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Routine tasks predominate, and logical analysis is not particularly necessary. |
| Creativity & Ideation | Work mainly follows prescribed procedures, and creativity is not particularly required. |
| Planning & Organization | Work procedures and schedules are often managed by superiors. |
Related Qualifications
- Metal Plating Technician Grade 1
- Metal Plating Technician Grade 2
Aliases
- Holder Insertion Operator
- Plating Operator
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