Bake vulcanization worker (Rubber)
やきつけかりゅうこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A manufacturing job that heats and pressurizes rubber products to vulcanize (vulcanization) them, imparting the prescribed shape and performance.
Description
Bake vulcanization workers (rubber) set rubber raw materials into the vulcanization furnace, control temperature and pressure to perform vulcanization reactions, and determine the product's shape and physical properties. They handle mold setting and removal, vulcanization machine operation, timer and thermometer management, deburring after product removal, quality inspection, etc. As work is conducted in high-temperature and high-pressure environments, they maintain the production line while paying attention to safety and hygiene.
Future Outlook
Demand for rubber products is stable, and a certain number of personnel will be required due to the continued manufacturing of automotive tires and industrial parts. While skill levels are expected to improve with advances in labor-saving and automation, the need for specialized technicians will continue due to the shortage of skilled workers.
Personality Traits
Good team player / High safety awareness / Meticulous / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
High-temperature environment / Indoor work / Line production / Shift work
Career Path
Apprentice worker → Skilled worker → Group leader/Leader → Equipment maintenance technician → Manufacturing manager
Required Skills
Basic safety and hygiene knowledge / Mold setting and removal / Quality inspection and sorting / Temperature and pressure management / Vulcanization kettle operation
Recommended Skills
5S Kaizen / Basic machine maintenance knowledge / Production management / Quality control techniques (QC)
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because errors in temperature or pressure directly lead to product defects. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Involves standing work in high-temperature environments and handling heavy objects, requiring physical stamina. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Routine work is the main focus, so creative thinking is not particularly required. |
Aliases
- Rubber vulcanizer
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