Stone Processing Worker
せきざいかこうさぎょういん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
This occupation involves processing stone through cutting, polishing, engraving, and other methods to manufacture stone products used in building materials, tombstones, and more.
Description
Stone processing workers process stone used as building or decorative materials based on design drawings and specifications. They primarily use cutting machines and polishing machines to shape raw stone to the required dimensions, and perform finishing tasks such as polishing and engraving. They combine automated processing with CNC machines and manual fine adjustments to ensure dimensional accuracy and surface quality. Work often takes place in dusty and noisy environments, requiring protective gear and adherence to safety procedures. Handling heavy objects with cranes and slinging techniques is also common, demanding physical strength and precise measurement skills.
Future Outlook
Demand for stone in architecture, civil engineering, and interior design fields remains stable, with continued need for workers skilled in advanced finishing techniques. Meanwhile, as mechanization advances, acquiring skills like CNC operation will be advantageous for the future.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Dispatched / Factory Work / Full-time / Outdoor Work / Shift Work
Career Path
Stone Processing Worker → Team Leader → Site Supervisor → Factory Manager → Technical Instructor
Required Skills
Blueprint Reading / Polishing Machine Operation / Precision Measurement / Safety Work Procedures / Stone Cutting Machine Operation
Recommended Skills
3D Modeling / Machine Tool Operation / Reading English Technical Documents / Team Management
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | High attention to detail is required to minimize dimensional errors. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Physical stamina is required to transport and process heavy stones. |
Related Qualifications
- Crane Operator
- First-Class Stone Construction Technician
- Second-Class Stone Construction Technician
- Slinging Skills Training
Aliases
- Stone Processor
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