Toy Worker
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Artisan who molds, processes, assembles, and paints toys from materials such as wood and plastic, and performs quality inspections.
Description
Toy workers are specialists who manufacture toys using diverse materials such as wood, plastic, and metal. They process and mold parts using injection molding machines, woodworking machines, and manual labor, and perform finishing tasks such as painting and decal application. Completed products undergo quality inspections and dimensional measurements before shipment. They handle everything from mass production on manufacturing lines to prototype creation, while complying with safety standards and hygiene management.
Future Outlook
While domestic demand is expected to decline gradually from stable levels due to declining birthrates, there will be a need for multi-skilling and advancement of technicians' skills due to shifts toward high-value-added toys, products for overseas markets, and custom/small-lot production.
Personality Traits
Dexterous with hands and good at detailed work / Meticulous / Patient / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Factory Work / Line Work / Multi-skilled Worker / Shift Work
Career Path
Assistant → Toy Worker → Team Leader → Production Manager → Factory Manager
Required Skills
Assembly Skills / Molding Machine Operation / Painting and Finishing Skills / Quality Inspection / Reading Drawings and Specifications
Recommended Skills
CAD Design (Basic) / Mold Replacement and Maintenance / Safety and Health Management
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | High precision is required for assembling small parts and painting finishes. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Work is mainly based on specifications, no advanced analysis required. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Only simple measurements are needed, no advanced mathematical analysis required. |
Aliases
- Toy Craftsman
- Toy Manufacturing Worker
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