Sealing Worker (Thermos Glass Bottle Manufacturing)
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Manufacturing technician who produces glass bottles for thermoses and performs sealing after blow molding or press molding.
Description
Sealing workers are on-site operators who manufacture glass bottles for thermoses (vacuum insulated containers). They melt glass raw materials in a melting furnace, form the bottle body using blow glass or press molding machines. After removing internal stress in an annealing furnace, they use sealing machines to seal (close) the bottle, finishing it into a structure that maintains a vacuum state. Main duties include machine operation on the production line, quality control through dimensional measurement and appearance inspection, and compliance with safety and hygiene.
Future Outlook
Although demand for vacuum insulated containers is stable, automation and labor reduction are progressing, and demand for manual labor is decreasing. Acquiring advanced quality control skills will increase market value.
Personality Traits
Emphasizes Accuracy / High Concentration / High Safety Awareness
Work Style
Career Path
On-site Operator → Leader → Quality Control Staff → Manufacturing Engineer → Manufacturing Department Manager
Required Skills
Annealing Furnace Operation / Glass Forming Machine Operation / Melting Furnace Operation / Quality Inspection (Appearance/Dimensions) / Sealing Machine Operation
Recommended Skills
Industrial Measuring Instruments / Machine Maintenance / Safety and Hygiene Knowledge
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Attention to detail is required to not miss fine cracks or foreign matter contamination. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Physical stamina is needed to endure transporting heavy raw materials and high-temperature work. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Work procedures are standardized, and creativity is not particularly required. |
| Planning & Organization | Since work is performed according to procedures, execution as instructed is emphasized more than planning ability. |
Aliases
- Sealing Operator
- Vacuum Bottle Manufacturing Operator
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