Roll Polisher
ろーるけんまこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A job that polishes the surface of rolls (cylindrical members) used in processes such as papermaking, ironmaking, and plastic extrusion to ensure dimensional accuracy and surface finish.
Description
Roll polishers polish and repair cylindrical rolls used in production lines with grinders or grinding machines, removing surface irregularities to achieve the specified dimensions and roughness. The work consists of selecting and installing grinding wheels, adjusting rotation speed and feed rate, managing coolant, and finishing inspections (measurements with micrometers or roughness gauges). They also perform regular machine maintenance and wheel changes to maintain precision, requiring a high level of skill.
Future Outlook
With advancements in high precision and automation in manufacturing, CNC and sensor-based automatic polishing technologies are being introduced, emphasizing both skill inheritance and digital technologies.
Personality Traits
Cautious and attentive to details / Good at steady, persistent work / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Career Path
Apprentice/Polishing Assistant → Roll Polisher → Senior Polishing Technician → Equipment Maintenance Technician → Production Technology/Management Position
Required Skills
Coolant Management / General Grinding Machine Operation / Grinding Wheel Selection and Installation Technique / Measuring Instrument Operation / Understanding Drawings and Specifications
Recommended Skills
Basic Knowledge of Metal Materials and Surface Chemistry / CNC Grinding Machine Operation / Machine Maintenance Knowledge / Vibration and Wear Management
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because minute dimensional errors or surface roughness directly affect product quality. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | The work is mainly routine processes based on operation manuals, so creativity is not particularly required. |
Related Qualifications
- Forklift Operation Skills Training
- Slinging Skills Training
- Special Training for Grinding Wheel Replacement, etc.
Aliases
- Roll Polishing Operator
- Roll Polishing Worker
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- General Lathe Operator
- General Milling Machine Operator
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