Press worker (Plastic products manufacturing)
ぷれすこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A job that uses press machines to mold plastic products with molds, performing product quality control, machine adjustment, and maintenance.
Description
Press workers (plastic products manufacturing) set molds in forming machines and perform operations to mold resin raw materials using heat and pressure. They adjust heating and pressurization conditions and molding time to finish product dimensions and appearance according to standards. After molding, they remove products from the mold, perform deburring and trimming, and conduct inspections using visual checks or measuring instruments. They also handle machine maintenance inspections, mold replacement, creation of work records, and safety and health management.
Future Outlook
Demand for plastic products remains stable, with expected expansion in high-performance material fields such as automotive parts and medical devices. With strengthening environmental regulations, demand will increase for technicians capable of handling recycled materials and bio-plastic molding.
Personality Traits
High safety awareness / Meticulous / Patient / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Day shift / Factory work / Holidays on Saturdays, Sundays, and public holidays / Shift work
Career Path
Apprentice press worker → Press worker → Chief operator → Line leader / group leader → Production manager / quality manager
Required Skills
Deburring / Mold replacement / Press machine operation / Product inspection / Temperature and pressure adjustment
Recommended Skills
Basic knowledge of machine maintenance / Crane and forklift operation / Production management / QC techniques (QC7 tools)
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Accuracy to detect minor molding defects and burrs without missing them is required. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | There are many physically demanding tasks such as standing work and mold replacement. |
| Problem Solving | It is necessary to analyze causes of molding defects and adjust temperature or pressure. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Accuracy in routine tasks is valued more than generating new ideas. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Complex calculations are minimal, mainly following machine indicated values. |
Related Qualifications
- Forklift operation skills training
- Plastic molding technician (Grades 1–3)
Aliases
- Mold operator
- Plastic press worker
- Press operator
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