River Block Manufacturing Worker
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Manufacturing job that produces concrete blocks used for river embankments and waterway structures, from raw material mixing to molding, curing, and inspection.
Description
River block manufacturing workers appropriately mix cement and aggregates, pour concrete into formwork, vibrate it, and manage curing until the specified strength is achieved. They handle receiving raw materials, batching and weighing mixes, operating manufacturing machinery such as mixers and vibrators, managing hardening and curing through temperature and humidity control, inspecting appearance and dimensions after molding, and loading products. Strict safety and quality management is required, and forklift and crane operation skills are also necessary. Work involves a mix of indoor and outdoor environments, with frequent handling of heavy raw materials and products.
Future Outlook
Demand will remain stable due to infrastructure aging countermeasures and strengthened disaster prevention measures, but automation and labor-saving technologies will advance, requiring improved production efficiency.
Personality Traits
Has cooperativeness / Meticulous / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Heavy material handling / Indoor and outdoor mix / Shift work
Career Path
Manufacturing Operator → Line Leader → Manufacturing Manager → Factory Manager
Required Skills
Cement and aggregate mix adjustment / Forklift operation / Formwork concrete placement / Hardening and curing management / Mixer and vibrator operation / Quality inspection (appearance and dimensions)
Recommended Skills
Hazardous Materials Handler (Class B) / Quality Management Qualification / Slinging Skills Training
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because the accuracy of concrete mixing and molding directly affects quality. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because physical strength is required for handling heavy raw materials and products. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Because it involves repeating standardized manufacturing processes. |
| Initiative & Leadership | Because work is performed following instructions and procedures. |
| Learning Agility & Knowledge Acquisition | Because the processes are standardized and there is little new learning required. |
Related Qualifications
- Forklift Operation Skills Training
- Hazardous Materials Handler (Class B)
- Slinging Skills Training
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