Ski Pole Manufacturer (Glass Fiber: Ski Accessories)
すとっくせいぞうこう（ぐらすふぁいばーせい：すきーふぞくひん）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Technical job that manufactures glass fiber reinforced plastic ski poles consistently from raw material blending to molding, curing, polishing, and inspection.
Description
Ski pole manufacturers (glass fiber: ski accessories) use composite materials made by blending glass fibers with thermosetting resin to mold and cure ski poles. They handle a series of processes from weighing and mixing raw materials, setting into molding machines, processing by pressing or injection molding, curing in ovens, deburring and polishing after removal, primer painting preparation, and dimensional and durability inspections. Since products require lightweight and durability, managing molding conditions and material selection is important. In addition to operating production line machines, knowledge of inspections for quality maintenance and simple equipment maintenance is required.
Future Outlook
Due to diversification of sports equipment and needs for lightweighting, demand for glass fiber ski poles is expected to remain steady. On the other hand, population decline and decreasing interest in winter sports pose challenges, requiring technological innovations such as manufacturing automation and new material development.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Career Path
Operator → Line Leader → Manufacturing Supervisor → Production Management → Quality Control Engineer
Required Skills
Curing Process Management / Deburring and Polishing / Material Kneading / Molding Machine Operation / Quality Inspection (Appearance and Dimensions)
Recommended Skills
Machine Maintenance (Basic) / Manufacturing Process Improvement / Safety and Health Knowledge / Simple Troubleshooting (Equipment)
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because small dimensional errors or defects affect product performance. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Required due to standing work and handling heavy parts. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Creativity is not highly required as it follows standardized work procedures. |
| Initiative & Leadership | Individual tasks are based on manuals, with little proactive judgment. |
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