Trimming Worker (Ceramic Manufacturing)
きんびきこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Occupation that trims excess parts from formed ceramic bisque and adjusts the shape and thickness.
Description
The trimming worker is a specialist who trims the bisque of ceramics formed from clay using a trimming knife or sponge on a rotary table (potter's wheel), precisely finishing the shape, thickness, and footring (base shape). The work requires a keen sense to judge the moisture content of the bisque and the properties of the clay, performing delicate manual operations while measuring thickness with calipers and the like. Maintaining high precision tailored to different designs and dimensions for each product—from mass production lines to traditional crafts—is crucial. The workplace is the manufacturing area within the factory, centered on long hours of standing work and manual labor.
Future Outlook
Although job demand is slightly declining due to the shrinking ceramic manufacturing industry, demand remains stable for skilled workers with traditional techniques and for high-value-added products. In the future, the ability to adapt to automation and mechanization technologies will be required.
Personality Traits
Dexterous hands and proficient in detailed work / High concentration / Patient / Proficient in detailed work
Work Style
Factory work / Manufacturing line / Shift work / Standing work / Team work
Career Path
Apprentice/Assistant worker → Trimming Worker (Skilled worker) → Line leader/Group leader → Production management position → Quality management position → Technical instructor
Required Skills
Manual dexterity / Moisture content measurement / Thickness measurement / Trimming skills / Wheel operation
Recommended Skills
Blueprint reading / Ceramic manufacturing process / Quality inspection
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because fine shape adjustments directly affect product quality. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Due to the heavy burden of long hours of standing work and manual labor. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Simple scale reading for measurements is sufficient; advanced quantitative analysis is not required. |
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