Wood Splitter (Chip Factory)
わりきこう（ちっぷこうじょう）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Occupation involving manufacturing work that splits logs into chips and supplies them as raw materials for papermaking, biomass fuel, etc.
Description
Wood Splitter (Chip Factory) is a job that processes logs into chips using dedicated log splitters or crushers and ships them as materials for papermaking or biomass fuel. Tasks include machine operation and inspection, feeding logs into the log splitter, inspecting chip size and quality, packaging, and loading with forklifts. Safety and health management and machine maintenance are also important duties.
Future Outlook
While stable demand is expected due to increasing interest in biomass fuel and environmentally friendly manufacturing, the number of workers is gradually decreasing due to the introduction of automation and labor-saving technologies.
Personality Traits
Meticulous / Physically Fit / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Career Path
Operator → Team Leader → Factory Manager → Production Management Staff
Required Skills
Crusher Operation / Forklift Driving / Quality Inspection (Moisture Content and Particle Size Measurement) / Safety and Health Management
Recommended Skills
Basic Knowledge of Machine Maintenance / Basics of Wood Science / Simple Maintenance
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Requires fine adjustments and inspections to ensure uniformity in chip size and quality. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Requires physical strength due to handling heavy logs and prolonged standing work. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Mainly routine tasks, requiring adherence to precise procedures rather than creativity. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Involves measurements, but few opportunities for advanced mathematical analysis or complex calculations. |
Related Qualifications
- Chainsaw Handler
- Forklift Operation Training
- Slinging Skills Training
Aliases
- Wood Chip Manufacturing Worker
- Wood Chip Processing Worker
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