Firing worker (clay tile manufacturing)
しょうせいこう（ねんどがわらせいぞう）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Responsible for the firing process of clay tiles, using kilns to high-temperature treat raw materials to ensure product strength and durability. Temperature control, quality inspection, and safety management are important.
Description
Firing workers (clay tile manufacturing) load formed and dried clay tiles into kilns and perform firing at appropriate temperatures and durations. They handle kiln temperature control, fuel management, product removal processes, and conduct quality inspections for cracks or deformations. Regular kiln maintenance, cleaning, and safety and hygiene management are also part of the duties. Data recording and improvement proposals for process stabilization and energy saving are required.
Future Outlook
Demand for clay tiles as residential building materials is stable, but automation using energy-saving measures and IoT technologies is advancing, requiring technicians to have advanced skills and data management abilities.
Personality Traits
Good team player / Meticulous / Physically fit / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Career Path
Line operator → Chief operator → Site supervisor/leader → Quality control staff → Factory manager
Required Skills
Kiln operation / Quality inspection / Record and report creation / Safety and health management / Understanding raw material properties
Recommended Skills
Energy-saving technologies / Equipment maintenance / Forklift operation / Quality control techniques (QC)
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | High accuracy is required for subtle management of firing temperature and time. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Physical stamina is required due to frequent handling of heavy tiles and long hours of standing work. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Mainly routine work, creativity is not highly required. |
Aliases
- Clay tile firing worker
- Tile firing worker
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