Wet sanding worker (knife manufacturing)
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
In knife manufacturing, this occupation involves operating water-based polishing machines or grinding stones to finish the sharpness and surface of metal blades such as kitchen knives or knives.
Description
Wet sanding workers (knife manufacturing) are specialists who operate polishing machines or grinding stones to sharpen and finish the edges of metal products such as kitchen knives and blades to enhance their cutting performance. They use water-assisted grinding processes to suppress heat generation while shaping to specified angles and forms, ultimately achieving smooth surfaces or mirror finishes. During operations, they verify precision using dimensional measuring instruments and adhere to safety and health procedures. They also handle machine maintenance and grinding stone dressing, collaborating with the quality control department to maintain product uniformity.
Future Outlook
With the premiumization of the knife industry and expanding overseas demand, there is stable demand for skilled wet sanding workers. On the other hand, as factories advance toward automation and labor reduction, the value of workers with hand-finishing skills increases.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Factory work / Safety and health training / Shift work / Standing work
Career Path
Apprentice polishing worker → Wet sanding worker → Team leader → Quality control staff → Production manager
Required Skills
Compliance with safety and health procedures / Dimensional measurement (calipers, micrometers) / Grinding stone selection and dressing / Polishing machine operation / Surface quality inspection
Recommended Skills
Basic machine maintenance / Metallurgy / Quality control / Work efficiency improvement
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | To accurately finish the sharpness and shape of blades. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Requires physical stamina due to long hours of standing work and repetitive tasks. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Mainly follows prescribed processing methods. |
Aliases
- Blade polishing worker
- Grinding stone grinding worker
- Polishing worker
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- Blade craftsman
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