Transfer Mark Painting Finishing Worker (Ceramics)
てんしゃマークえつけしあげこう（ようぎょう）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Specialized occupation that applies transfer marks to the surface of pottery and porcelain, and performs finishing and firing.
Description
Transfer mark painting finishing workers attach transfer paper (decals) to the base of pottery and porcelain, accurately position the patterns, then layer on glaze and perform the final firing to complete the product. The work centers on detailed manual operations, and they also handle management of high-temperature decorative kilns and quality inspections. A balance is required between maintaining consistent quality on mass production lines and traditional decoration techniques.
Future Outlook
While automation is progressing in manufacturing sites, fine decoration techniques require manual work, so demand for skilled technicians will continue on a limited basis, but the overall number of jobs is on a decreasing trend.
Personality Traits
Dexterous hands and skilled at detailed work / High concentration / Patient
Work Style
Career Path
Apprentice → Transfer Mark Painting Finishing Worker → Supervisor → Quality Control Staff → Production Management
Required Skills
Basic Glaze Knowledge / Firing Temperature Management / Surface Inspection / Transfer Paper Handling
Recommended Skills
Basic Quality Control Knowledge / Color Sense / Safety and Health Management / Work Improvement Techniques
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because small deviations affect product quality. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Need to endure long hours of standing work and repetitive tasks. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Centered on simple tasks, advanced logical thinking is not particularly required. |
| Communication Skills | Primarily individual work, with few opportunities for interpersonal coordination. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Few opportunities for numerical or quantitative analysis. |
| Planning & Organization | Work procedures are standardized, so planning ability is not particularly needed. |
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