Press Worker (Brick Manufacturing)
ぷれすこう（れんがせいぞう）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A job that forms brick raw materials using a press machine to manufacture brick blanks.
Description
Press Workers (Brick Manufacturing) mix and blend raw materials, feed them into the press machine, and use molds to form them under high pressure, manufacturing brick blanks of specified dimensions. After forming, they perform pre-drying preparations, inspections for cracks and dimensions, and other quality controls. They are also responsible for simple machine maintenance, mold changes, safety management, improving production line efficiency, and yield improvement.
Future Outlook
While automation and IoT in manufacturing lines lead to labor reduction, demand for skilled technicians continues. As quality requirements increase, skill inheritance and multi-skilling are required.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Factory Work / Line Work / Regular Overtime / Safety Equipment Required / Shift Work
Career Path
Press Worker → Senior Press Operator → Production Team Leader → Production Manager → Factory Manager
Required Skills
Mold Replacement and Adjustment / Press Machine Operation / Quality Inspection (Appearance and Dimensions) / Raw Material Mixing / Simple Machine Maintenance
Recommended Skills
Forklift Operation License / Hazardous Materials Handling Qualification / Machine Maintenance
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because the accuracy of product dimensions and appearance directly affects quality. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Requires physical strength due to handling heavy molds and extensive standing work. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Mainly routine work with few opportunities requiring new ideas. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Only simple reading of measurement values, with few complex calculations. |
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