Plywood Painter
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A manufacturing technical job that applies paint or coating evenly to the surface of plywood to provide protection and aesthetics.
Description
Plywood painters perform polishing, degreasing, and other surface preparation on plywood panels, using spray guns, rollers, and brushes to spray paint or lacquer, forming a uniform coating. They also handle coating thickness control, color matching, drying and curing process management, maintenance of painting booths and equipment, finishing inspections, and repair of defective products. Safety and health management requires proper handling of organic solvents, ventilation of the work environment, and wearing protective gear.
Future Outlook
Demand remains stable due to needs for wood products and building materials. As automated painting lines are introduced, the value of workers with machine operation and quality management skills increases.
Personality Traits
Dexterous with hands and good at detailed work / High concentration / Meticulous / Patient
Work Style
Career Path
Painting Worker (Apprentice) → Plywood Painter (Skilled) → Team Leader → Quality Control Officer → Manufacturing Manager
Required Skills
Coating Thickness Measurement (Quality Inspection) / Drying Equipment Management / Paint Mixing / Painting Equipment Operation / Polishing and Surface Preparation
Recommended Skills
Machine Operation (Forklift) / Painting Machine Maintenance and Inspection / Safety and Health Management / Statistical Quality Control
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | To prevent uneven coating or scratches and maintain a beautiful finish. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Due to long hours of standing work, repetitive motions, and frequent handling of heavy objects. |
| Problem Solving | Because it is necessary to quickly detect coating defects or unevenness and implement improvement measures. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Finishing is based on specifications, so original ideas are rarely required. |
Related Qualifications
- Forklift Operation Training
- Organic Solvent Work Chief
- Painting Technician
Aliases
- Painting Worker
- Wood Product Painter
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