Plywood Sorter (Plywood Manufacturing)
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
This occupation involves visually and mechanically inspecting plywood transported from the production line, determining quality, and removing and classifying non-standard products.
Description
Plywood sorters target plywood in a pre-shipment state after the manufacturing process, performing visual and mechanical inspections to identify defects such as cracks, knots, discoloration, and warping, and remove defective products. This includes dimension measurement through machine operation, simple operation of inspection equipment, and plywood handling and stacking tasks. They are required to record inspection results and report to quality control personnel.
Future Outlook
It will maintain steady demand due to the need for housing and building materials, but with the introduction of automation technology, job content will change, making it important to acquire inspection techniques and machine operation skills.
Personality Traits
Attentive / High Concentration / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Career Path
Plywood Sorter → Production Line Supervisor → Quality Control Staff → Factory Management Position
Required Skills
Recommended Skills
Anomaly Detection / Basic Knowledge of Quality Control / Forklift Operation Skills / Slinging Skills Training
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Attention to detail is important to not miss fine defects or color unevenness. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | High physical stamina is required due to handling heavy plywood for long periods. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Routine tasks are the main focus, and creativity is not particularly required. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Specialized mathematical analysis is hardly required. |
Related Qualifications
- Forklift Operation Training
Aliases
- Board Sorter
- Plywood Inspector
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