Blade worker (Rubber hose manufacturing)
ぶれーどこう（ごむほーすせいぞう）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
An occupation that inserts metal blades into the core material on the rubber hose manufacturing line to enhance the product's pressure resistance and strength.
Description
Blade workers insert metal blades (cords) into the hose core material manually or using machines in the rubber hose manufacturing process, followed by heat treatment in vulcanization and molding equipment. The work includes dimensional inspections and quality checks to ensure product pressure resistance and uniformity. The main work is standing on the production line, handling machine operations, parts replacement, product trimming, and final inspections.
Future Outlook
Even as manufacturing lines advance in automation and labor reduction, demand for workers skilled in manual precision insertion techniques and quality control is expected to remain stable.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Career Path
Blade worker → Line leader → Quality control → Manufacturing engineer
Required Skills
Blade replacement and adjustment / Dimensional measurement / Vulcanization equipment operation
Recommended Skills
Basic quality control knowledge / Machine maintenance inspection
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because the precision of blade insertion directly affects product quality. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because there is a lot of standing work and continuous physical labor is required. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Primarily manual work, creativity is not required. |
Aliases
- Hose blade insertion worker
- Rubber hose blade worker
Related Jobs
- Hose molding worker
- Rubber product molding worker
- Vulcanization worker