Wired Glass Maker
あみいりがらすこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A profession that manufactures safety glass embedded with wire mesh (wired glass). It handles the entire process of melting glass in a melting furnace, placing the wire mesh, forming, and firing.
Description
Wired glass makers are specialists who melt glass made from raw materials such as sodium chloride and silica sand in high-temperature furnaces and manufacture flat glass with wire mesh embedded in the middle layer to enhance fire resistance and disaster prevention. They accurately place the wire mesh before the glass poured into molds solidifies, form it to the specified thickness and dimensions, and then ensure quality through annealing and firing processes. Quality control such as dimensional inspections and defect inspections, as well as safety management, are also important tasks.
Future Outlook
Demand as building materials remains steady, but the adoption of laminated glass and automated production lines is expected to progress. The expertise of skilled technicians will still be highly valued.
Personality Traits
Attentive / Dexterous hands, skilled at detailed work / High safety awareness / Patient
Work Style
Factory Work / Indoor High-Temperature Environment / Shift Work / Standing Work
Career Path
Junior Wired Glass Maker → Senior Wired Glass Maker → Team Leader → Production Manager → Quality Manager → Technical Instructor
Required Skills
Dimensional Measurement and Quality Inspection / Glass Processing Technology / High-Temperature Furnace Operation / Safety Management / Wire Mesh Embedding Technology
Recommended Skills
CAD Design / Furnace Temperature Management / Glass Cutting / Quality Control
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Attention is needed to not miss the position of the wire mesh or surface defects. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Due to handling heavy glass sheets and prolonged standing work. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Routine tasks predominate, and creativity is not particularly required. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Only simple dimensional measurements are required; no advanced calculations needed. |
Related Qualifications
- Glass Technical Specialist
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