Welder (PVC Processing)
ようせつこう（えんかビニルかこう）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
This occupation involves welding the joints of PVC products to integrate seams in pipes, sheets, etc., ensuring airtightness and watertightness.
Description
PVC Welders use techniques such as hot air welding, hot wire welding, and extrusion welding to join PVC products, ensuring the airtightness and watertightness of seams used in pipes, tank sheets, sheet waterproofing layers, etc. Based on drawings and specifications, they adjust welding temperature, speed, and pressure to form uniform strength weld lines. After completion, they perform leak tests and appearance inspections to confirm quality, and also handle safety and health management and equipment maintenance.
Future Outlook
Demand for PVC products for sewer pipes, building plumbing, and civil engineering works remains stable, and with increasing quality requirements, demand for highly skilled workers will continue. Introduction of robot welding and automation technologies is progressing, but the role of skilled workers for on-site adjustments and fine tuning is expected to be maintained.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Factory Employment / Indoor Work / Manufacturing Contracting / Shift Work
Career Path
Apprentice Welder → Welder (PVC) → Supervisor Welder → Quality Control Staff → Line Leader
Required Skills
Blueprint and Specification Reading / Hot Air Welding Machine Operation / Hot Wire Welding / Quality Inspection / Safety and Health Management
Recommended Skills
Basic English Reading / CAD (Basic) / Quality Control Techniques (QC Seven Tools) / Welding Robot Operation
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Accuracy in details is important for uniformity of welds and leak prevention. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Physical stamina is required to endure long hours of standing work and handling heavy materials. |
| Problem Solving | The ability to identify causes and take measures to prevent weld defects and leaks is necessary. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Routine tasks predominate, and creative ideas are not particularly required. |
| Initiative & Leadership | Work often proceeds by following the given processes. |
Related Qualifications
- Arc Welding Special Education Completion
- Gas Welding Skill Training Completion
- High-Pressure Gas Handler License
- Plastic Welding Technician
Aliases
- PVC Welder
- Plastic Welder
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