Trommel Worker (Ceramics Raw Materials)
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Trommel workers classify ceramics raw materials using a rotary screening machine called a trommel, remove foreign matter, and adjust particle size as manufacturing operators.
Description
Trommel Worker (Ceramics Raw Materials) is a specialist position in the manufacturing process of ceramics products such as pottery and tiles. It involves screening and classifying raw materials like ores and clay using trommel machines, removing foreign matter, and adjusting particle size. The work includes feeding raw materials into the supply hopper and selecting appropriate sizes using the rotating screen. Oversized particles are sent to the re-crushing process, while suitable particles are conveyed to the next process. Workers adjust and inspect the machine, perform cleaning, manage work records, and thoroughly use safety measures such as dust masks and protective gear. Collaborating with the line work team in the factory, they maintain quality standards.
Future Outlook
While automation and labor-saving technologies are advancing, demand for workers with specialized skills is expected to remain steady to a certain extent due to the importance of quality control.
Personality Traits
High Concentration / Meticulous / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Indoor Factory Work / Line Work / Manufacturing Industry / Shift Work
Career Path
Raw Material Processing Operator → Line Chief → Manufacturing Manager → Factory Manager
Required Skills
Particle Size Measurement / Safety and Hygiene Management (Use of Protective Gear) / Sieving Classification / Trommel Machine Operation
Recommended Skills
Basic Materials Science Knowledge / Equipment Maintenance / Forklift Operation Skills / Machine Maintenance
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Accuracy in particle size and foreign matter removal directly affects product quality. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Creative thinking is not required in the manufacturing process. |
| Initiative & Leadership | Work is primarily instruction-based with limited independent judgment. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Mainly involves simple quantity management, with no need for advanced calculations. |
| Planning & Organization | Planning tasks are minimal as the primary work is machine operation. |
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