Wood Polisher (Excluding furniture and fittings manufacturing)
もっこうけんまこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
This occupation mainly involves polishing the surfaces of wood products to make them smooth. Responsible for the final finishing of wood products other than furniture and fittings.
Description
Wood polishers polish the surfaces of wood and wood products to achieve a smooth and uniform finish. Targeting various wood products excluding furniture and fittings manufacturing, they use sandpaper, buffs, and polishing machines to remove surface scratches, unevenness, burrs, etc. To ensure product quality, it is necessary to understand wood characteristics and select appropriate abrasives and machine settings. Work is mainly performed on factory production lines or workshops, and safety management as well as machine inspection and maintenance are important.
Future Outlook
Although demand for wood products is stable both domestically and internationally, automation and robotization of the polishing process are expected to advance. Demand for fine finishing by skilled manual labor will remain, and the role of technicians will continue to be valued.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Dispatched Employee / Factory Employment / Permanent Employee / Shift
Career Path
Apprentice Polisher → Wood Polisher → Group Leader/Leader → Quality Control Staff → Production Manager
Required Skills
Buff Polishing / Polishing Machine Operation / Safe Work Practices / Sandpaper Polishing / Surface Condition Inspection / Wood Characteristics Understanding
Recommended Skills
Abrasive Selection / Machine Maintenance Inspection / Pre-Painting Treatment / Quality Control
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | To avoid missing fine scratches or unevenness and maintain a uniform finish. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Physical stamina is required for long hours of standing work and polishing machine operation. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Polishing work follows standardized procedures, so creativity is not particularly required. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Advanced mathematical analysis or calculations are hardly required. |
Related Jobs
- Fittings Craftsman
- Furniture Craftsman
- Painter
- Woodworking Lumber Worker