Bottlemaker (Glass Product Manufacturing)
せいびんこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A profession that manufactures glass products such as bottles by mixing glass raw materials, melting them in a melting furnace, and then going through the processes of forming, firing, cooling, and inspection.
Description
Bottlemakers mix glass raw materials, melt the glass in high-temperature furnaces, form it into bottle shapes using blow molding or press forming machines, and finish the products by firing and annealing at appropriate temperatures. They inspect dimensions and defects at each process step and perform polishing or finishing as needed. Furnace temperature management, machine operation and maintenance, and safety and health management in high-temperature environments are required, along with the skills to achieve stable production in line with quality standards.
Future Outlook
Demand for glass containers used for beverages and food is stable, and the need for skilled workers is expected to continue with the development of environmentally friendly packaging and high-value-added products. There is also a possibility that skill diversification will progress with the introduction of automation equipment.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Factory Work / High-Temperature Environment Work / Indoor Work / Shift Work / Team Work
Career Path
Bottlemaker Assistant → Bottlemaker → Group Leader → Production Technology Staff → Factory Manager
Required Skills
Forming Machine Operation / Measuring Instrument Operation / Melting Furnace Operation / Quality Inspection
Recommended Skills
Forklift Operation / Machine Maintenance (Basic) / Quality Control Techniques (QC) / Safety and Health Management
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Accuracy is essential in dimension and defect inspections to maintain consistent product quality |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Handling heavy raw materials and working in high-temperature environments requires physical stamina |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Process design is predetermined, with few opportunities for new idea generation |
Aliases
- Bottle Manufacturing Worker
- Glass Bottle Manufacturing Worker
Related Jobs
- Glass Processing Worker
- Pottery and Porcelain Manufacturing Worker
- Refractory Manufacturing Worker