Transfer Print Worker
いんぱんこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A transfer print worker is a craftsman who uses transfer decal paper to apply patterns and letters to ceramics and similar items for decoration.
Description
Transfer print workers peel off patterns and letters printed on transfer paper for ceramics with water, accurately attach them to the surface of the ware, and perform decoration. After transfer, they remove excess paper and bubbles, dry it, and then apply glaze and fire it. As members of mass production lines, high reproducibility and speed are required, while manual fine adjustments and quality control are also important.
Future Outlook
Although the number of practitioners is on a decreasing trend due to the shrinking domestic ceramics market, transfer print workers with high skills have high rarity value, and niche demand remains stable.
Personality Traits
Cautious / Dexterous with Hands and Good at Detailed Work / Polite and Courteous
Work Style
Career Path
Transfer Print Worker Apprentice → Transfer Print Worker → Group Leader → Factory Manager
Required Skills
Ceramics Base Treatment / Handling Transfer Paper / Quality Inspection / Transfer Technique
Recommended Skills
Ceramics Material Knowledge / Production Line Management / Quality Control Basics
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because minute misalignments or bubbles greatly affect the finish. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Patterns are preset, so the scope for creativity is limited. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because numerical analysis is hardly required. |
Related Qualifications
- Ceramics and Stone Products Manufacturing Skilled Worker (Painting)
Aliases
- Transfer Decoration Worker
- Transfer Print Artisan
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