Whetstone forming worker
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Manufacturing job handling grinding whetstones from raw material blending to forming, firing, and grinding adjustment.
Description
Whetstone forming workers handle each process in grinding whetstone manufacturing. They blend abrasives and clay as raw materials and form them into whetstone shapes using presses, lathes, etc. After drying, they harden them in a firing furnace and, as needed, perform balance adjustments and dimensional corrections using grinding machines. Since product performance greatly depends on dimensional accuracy and balance, precise machine operation and quality control are required. Handling heavy raw materials and working near high-temperature furnaces are common, requiring knowledge of safety and hygiene as well as physical stamina.
Future Outlook
With advances in automation and labor reduction in manufacturing, demand for CNC machine operation skills is increasing. The expansion of high-precision products is expected to raise the value of specialized skilled workers.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Career Path
Worker → Leader → Process manager → Quality control staff → Production management
Required Skills
Dimensional measurement / Firing furnace operation / Grinding machine operation / Press operation / Raw material blending / Safety and hygiene knowledge
Recommended Skills
Balance adjustment technique / Machine maintenance / Machine tool operation / Quality control methods (QC)
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | High precision is required for whetstone dimensions and balance adjustment. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Physical strength is needed for transporting raw materials and loading furnaces. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Creativity is not particularly required due to standardized forming work. |
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