Veneer milling worker
たんばんせいざいこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Manufacturing job that processes logs into thin sheets (veneer), performs drying, thickness adjustment, and inspection, and supplies raw materials for plywood and similar products.
Description
Veneer milling workers process logs into thin veneer sheets (veneer blanks) using rotary slicers or slicing machines, then adjust moisture content in dryers, inspect and sort thickness and quality using graders, and supply raw materials for plywood. In addition to machine operation, they require skills to judge wood properties and knowledge of safety and hygiene. The work mainly involves standing in factories, handling heavy objects, and dust countermeasures.
Future Outlook
Demand is expected to remain stable or increase with sustainable wood utilization and the expansion of wooden construction. Acquisition of machine operation and control skills is important due to the introduction of labor-saving and automation technologies.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Career Path
Senior veneer milling worker → Manufacturing line leader → Production management → Factory manager
Required Skills
Dryer operation / Forklift driving / Wood processing machine operation / Wood quality inspection
Recommended Skills
Machine maintenance and repair (basic) / Safety and health management / Wood processing technician
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because it directly affects the product's thickness and quality. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because there is a lot of standing work and handling heavy objects, requiring physical stamina. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Because the work mainly follows manuals, with few opportunities for creativity and ingenuity. |
Related Qualifications
- Forklift operation skills training
- Wood processing technician
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