Stone Cutting Worker
せきざいせつだんこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A manufacturing and processing occupation that uses cutting machines and tools to process stone blocks and slabs to specified dimensions.
Description
Stone cutting workers are specialists who use machines such as diamond wire saws, block saws, and water jet cutting devices to cut stone materials to specified dimensions and shapes. Work is conducted in factories or quarries, involving measurement and marking of stone materials, cutting, polishing and finishing of cut surfaces, and quality inspection. Safety and health management, including dust control measures and handling of heavy objects, is crucial, and material transport using cranes or forklifts is also included. To maintain high-precision processing and stable production, equipment maintenance, inspections, and regular adjustments are performed.
Future Outlook
Demand for stone materials in construction and civil engineering fields remains stable. While the adoption of automated equipment including CNC is advancing, the need for skilled technicians capable of ensuring precision and quality finishes continues to be high.
Personality Traits
Cautious / High Safety Awareness / Meticulous / Physically Strong
Work Style
Crane Slinging Work / Indoor Factory Work / Outdoor Work / Shift Work
Career Path
Apprentice Stone Cutting Worker → Stone Cutting Worker → Chief Operator → Site Supervisor → Factory Executive
Required Skills
Block Saw Operation / Diamond Wire Saw Operation / Dimension Measurement and Marking / Finishing Processing / Safety and Health Management
Recommended Skills
CAD Skills (Stone Design) / Forklift Operation / Reading English Technical Documents / Water Jet Cutting Machine Operation
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | To ensure dimensional accuracy and the finish of cut surfaces. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Due to handling heavy stone materials and frequent outdoor work. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Many standardized work processes, with relatively little need for creative thinking. |
Related Qualifications
- Crane Operator (Crane/Derrick Operator)
- Grinding Wheel Handling Operator Special Training
- Sling Load Handling Skills Training
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