Slip (Hai) Clay Manufacturer
はいどせいぞうこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
This occupation manufactures slip clay (clay) used as raw material for ceramics and refractory materials. It performs crushing, mixing, blending, sieving, etc., of raw materials to supply clay of quality suitable for product manufacturing.
Description
Slip clay manufacturers produce clay (slip clay) that serves as raw material for products such as ceramics and refractory materials. They crush and pulverize mined or purchased raw materials, mix and blend multiple raw materials. As needed, they adjust moisture content or perform aging (maturing), and use sieving machines to adjust particle size distribution. For product quality control, they collect samples, measure and record moisture content and particle size. Work is mainly performed on production lines, operating mixers, sieving equipment, measuring instruments, etc.
Future Outlook
While production line automation advances, personnel with high-quality slip clay manufacturing skills are still needed. In the medium to long term, adaptation to labor-saving technologies will be required, and job demand is expected to be flat to gradually declining.
Personality Traits
Good Team Player / Meticulous / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Career Path
Manufacturing Operator → Team Leader → Production Engineer → Manufacturing Manager
Required Skills
Component Analysis / Operation of Crushing and Mixing Equipment / Quality Inspection / Sieving Operation
Recommended Skills
Basic Knowledge of Machine Maintenance / Basic Quality Control / Safety and Health Management
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because errors in blending ratios or particle size affect quality. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because there is a lot of raw material handling and long hours of standing work. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Because there are many routine tasks and few new ideas. |
| Initiative & Leadership | Because there is a lot of work following basic instructions. |
| Planning & Organization | Because work is mainly performed following instructions. |
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