Veneering joiner (joinery)
はりあわせこう（さしもの）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A craftsman who bonds wood materials to wooden panels or plywood using adhesives to manufacture products with specified shapes and strengths.
Description
Veneering joiner (joinery) is a specialized occupation in the wood product manufacturing process that applies adhesive to veneer or board materials and bonds them using press machines or pressure devices. They appropriately select materials, manage moisture content, select adhesive types and formulations, and adjust press time and pressure to produce smooth and strong panels. The completed panels are used in furniture, fittings, industrial parts, etc., and they also handle quality control and process management.
Future Outlook
While the furniture industry advances in rationalization and automation, craftsmen handling high-value-added products are expected to have stable demand.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Career Path
Apprentice veneering joiner → Veneering joiner → Leader position → Quality control staff → Factory manager
Required Skills
Measurement techniques / Press machine operation and adjustment / Understanding of adhesive types and properties / Wood moisture content management
Recommended Skills
CAD (development drawing design) / Quality control / Safety and health knowledge / Woodworking machine maintenance
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because even slight deviations in wood thickness or adhesive amount directly affect quality. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because there is a lot of physically demanding work, such as handling heavy wood or panels. |
Related Qualifications
- Woodworking skills proficiency (Grade 2 or higher)
Related Jobs
- Furniture craftsman
- Joiner
- Millwork carpenter
- Woodworking machine operator