Rubber Doll Molding Worker

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Industry & Occupation

Engineering & Manufacturing

Classification

Summary

A profession that processes rubber raw materials using molding machines to manufacture various rubber products. Operates injection molding or compression molding machines, sets molds, performs product quality inspections, and conducts post-processing.

Description

Rubber doll molding workers are specialists who heat and pressurize rubber raw materials to form them into predetermined shapes and mass-produce rubber products. They load raw materials into injection molding machines or compression molding machines, accurately set the molds, and configure molding conditions. After molding, they remove the products, perform post-processing such as deflashing and trimming, and inspect dimensions and appearance. To maintain stable operation of the production line, they also handle machine maintenance, troubleshooting, and safety and health management, pursuing high quality and production efficiency.

Future Outlook

Demand for rubber products for automotive parts and industrial parts is stable, and with the development of high-performance materials and environmentally friendly products, greater expertise and skill improvement are required for molding technicians.

Personality Traits

Cautious / Cooperative / High Concentration / Strong Sense of Responsibility

Work Style

Factory Work / Line Work / Shift Work

Career Path

Molding Operator → Line Leader → Production Management → Factory Manager

Required Skills

Injection Molding Machine Operation / Mold Replacement Adjustment / Quality Inspection / Safety and Health Knowledge / Vulcanization Condition Setting

Recommended Skills

5S Activities and Improvement Activities / English Document Reading Comprehension / PLC Control Knowledge / Troubleshooting

Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)

Item Description
Attention to Detail & Accuracy Because accuracy is required to not miss fine molding defects.
Physical Stamina & Endurance Because physical stamina is required for standing work and mold changes, etc.

Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)

Item Description
Creativity & Ideation Because molding work does not require much creative thinking.
Numerical & Quantitative Analysis Because there is little complex numerical analysis.

Related Qualifications

  • Hazardous Materials Handler (Class B Type 4)
  • Rubber Product Manufacturing Skills Specialist

Aliases

  • Rubber Product Molder

Related Jobs

  • Mold Maker
  • Plastic Molding Worker
  • Rubber Product Inspector

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