Lacquerware Inspector
しっきけんさこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Inspect the appearance and finish of completed lacquerware products through visual and tactile inspection, determine and record defects. Responsible for maintaining product quality on production lines or in inspection areas.
Description
Lacquerware inspectors are specialists who confirm the quality of lacquerware products at the final stage after the manufacturing process. They perform visual inspections under appropriate lighting conditions to detect defects such as uneven coating, blemishes, peeling, color unevenness, and cracks. Defective products are returned to the correction process or discarded based on type and severity, and inspection records are created. They handle a wide range of products from traditional crafts to mass-produced items, and may collaborate with manufacturing staff or quality control departments to make improvement proposals.
Future Outlook
Demand may gradually decrease due to the shrinking traditional crafts market and advances in automation technology, but skilled inspectors' expertise will continue to be required to maintain high-quality products.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Career Path
Lacquerware Inspector → Quality Control Staff → Production Management → Line Leader
Required Skills
Creating Inspection Records / Quality Control / Understanding of Manufacturing Processes / Visual Inspection
Recommended Skills
Basic Woodworking Knowledge / Color Sense / Traditional Crafts Knowledge
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Requires keen attention to detail to detect subtle differences in color or finish. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Primarily follows prescribed standards and inspections rather than generating new ideas. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Primarily visual inspection rather than numerical analysis. |
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