Pottery Clay Miner
とうどさいしゅにん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Worker who excavates and extracts clay (pottery clay), a raw material for pottery, ceramics, and building materials, at the site, performing tasks from quality checks to loading and transport.
Description
Pottery clay miners are workers who mine clay, the raw material for products such as pottery, ceramics, bricks, and tiles, at the site. They excavate using heavy machinery such as backhoes or hand tools while checking geology and soil quality, inspect quality and contents, and perform selection, bagging, and loading onto trucks. The work is mainly outdoors, requiring safety management adapted to weather and terrain, and coordination with the site team.
Future Outlook
Influenced by construction demand and trends in the pottery and ceramics industry, but stable raw material supply is required. In the future, extraction methods and work efficiency may improve through the introduction of recycled clay and artificial clay technologies.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Career Path
Worker → Foreman → Site Supervisor Assistant → Site Supervisor → Mining Construction Manager
Required Skills
Basic Soil Testing Knowledge / Basic Surveying / Heavy Equipment Operation / Truck Driving
Recommended Skills
Basic PC Operation / Machine Inspection and Maintenance / Safety and Health Management / Soil Mechanics
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because high physical strength is needed for operating heavy equipment and transporting materials. |
| Stress Tolerance | Because physical and mental strength is required to continue working amidst weather changes and heavy labor. |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | Because heavy equipment operation and coordination within the work team directly affect safety and efficiency. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Because there are many routine tasks, and creative thinking is not particularly required. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because complex mathematical analysis is minimal, and basic measurement and weighing suffice. |
Related Qualifications
- Construction Vehicle Operation License
- Forklift Operation Training
- Slinging Skills Training
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