Pearl Back Rounding Worker
しんじゅうらまるめこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Artisan technician who precisely polishes the surface of pearls to perfect their roundness and luster. Uses grinding machines and buffs to manufacture high-quality pearls for jewelry.
Description
Pearl Back Rounding Workers are specialists who use polishing equipment or hand polishing to smooth and round the surface of pearls. They select polishing processes according to the pearl's size and grade, remove fine irregularities and scratches to achieve uniform luster and roundness. After polishing, they perform visual inspections and grade them by quality before shipping as materials for accessories and jewelry. The job requires precision work, and quality depends on sensory judgment based on experience.
Future Outlook
Demand is flat to declining due to declining birthrate and competition from overseas production. However, the value of skilled technicians is expected to be maintained due to high value-added products and demand for handmade jewelry.
Personality Traits
Attentive / Dexterous with hands and skilled at detailed work / Patient
Work Style
Dispatch / Self-Employed / Subcontractor / Workshop Employment
Career Path
Apprentice Pearl Polisher → Pearl Back Rounding Worker → Skilled Worker → Workshop Master → Independent Business
Required Skills
Fine Adjustment Technique / Pearl Knowledge / Polishing Machine Operation / Surface Inspection
Recommended Skills
Basic Gemology Knowledge / Machine Maintenance Technology / Quality Control Methods (QC) / Safety and Health Knowledge
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because minute scratches or shape deviations greatly affect quality. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because only simple numerical measurements are needed for measurement. |
Aliases
- Pearl Polisher
- Pearl Rounder
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