Slitter Worker (Rubber Cutting)
スリッターこう（ゴムせつだん）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Slitter workers (rubber cutting) are manufacturing jobs that use slitter machines to cut rubber sheets or roll-shaped rubber materials to specified widths and lengths.
Description
Slitter workers (rubber cutting) set rubber sheets or rubber rolls on slitter machines in factory production lines, adjust blades, operate machines, and cut to specified widths, thicknesses, and lengths. After cutting, they inspect dimensions and edge quality, and remove defective products. They also handle periodic machine maintenance, blade replacement, work record creation, and safety management. Careful attention and efficiency are required to improve mass production efficiency and maintain precision.
Future Outlook
There is stable personnel demand in line with the demand for rubber products, but automation and labor-saving technologies are advancing, making machine maintenance and automation equipment operation skills increasingly important in the future.
Personality Traits
High Concentration / Meticulous / Physically Fit / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Career Path
Slitter Operator → Leader/Foreman → Production Management → Manufacturing Manager → Factory Manager
Required Skills
Blade Grinding / Dimensional Measurement / Quality Inspection / Slitter Operation / Work Record Creation
Recommended Skills
Forklift Driving / Machine Maintenance Knowledge / Quality Control / Safety and Health Management
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because it is necessary to maintain accurate dimensions and edge quality. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because there is a lot of standing work and handling of heavy objects, requiring physical strength. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Because the processing methods are mostly standardized. |
Related Qualifications
- Forklift Operation Training Completion Certificate
Aliases
- Rubber Slitter Worker
- Slitter Operator
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- Cutting Worker
- Manufacturing Machine Operator
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