Varnish Casting Worker (Photosensitive Material Manufacturing)
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Specialized work of casting varnish for photosensitive materials onto a base material to form a uniform coating film.
Description
Varnish casting workers handle the task in photosensitive material manufacturing lines of uniformly applying varnish solution onto film base materials using casting machines such as rollers or knife coaters, and ensuring the specified film thickness and quality through drying equipment. They conduct temperature and humidity control, solution viscosity adjustment, film thickness measurement, foreign matter removal, equipment cleaning and maintenance, etc., to prevent product defects. Due to the clean room environment and handling of chemical substances, safety equipment and adherence to strict work procedures are required.
Future Outlook
Although the conventional photographic film market is shrinking due to the advancement of digitalization, demand remains for industrial high-function films and special chemical materials, and the value of workers with advanced quality control techniques is expected to be maintained.
Personality Traits
High concentration / Meticulous / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Career Path
Manufacturing Operator → Supervisor → Manufacturing Site Manager → Quality Control Technician → Manufacturing Technician
Required Skills
Casting Machine Operation / Clean Room Work Procedures / Equipment Maintenance / Film Thickness Gauge Measurement / Viscosity Measurement
Recommended Skills
Equipment Calibration Maintenance / Machine Maintenance / Quality Control Techniques (QC)
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | High attention to detail is required for quality control of uniform coating films. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Standing work and handling heavy objects require physical stamina. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Centered on routine tasks with few opportunities for idea generation. |
Related Qualifications
- Forklift Operation Skills Training
- Hazardous Materials Handler (Class B)
Aliases
- Casting Worker
- Varnish Coater
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