Wood splitter (Groundwood pulp manufacturing)
わりきこう（さいぼくぱるぷせいぞう）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A job that chips wood using machines such as crushers to produce pulp raw materials.
Description
The wood splitter (groundwood pulp manufacturing) receives and inspects raw logs and operates chippers and crushers to manufacture wood chips. The manufactured chips serve as raw materials for pulp production, and also handles quality control as well as machine maintenance and inspection. Contributes to efficient line operations while maintaining safety and hygiene within the factory.
Future Outlook
Against the backdrop of stable demand in the paper and pulp industry, demand for raw material processing technicians will be maintained to a certain extent due to expanding woody biomass utilization. Work styles may change with the introduction of automation and labor-saving technologies.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Career Path
Site worker → Line leader → Manufacturing technologist → Process manager
Required Skills
Log appraisal / Machine operation / Quality inspection / Safety and hygiene knowledge
Recommended Skills
Preventive maintenance (basic) / Wood characteristics knowledge
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because the quality of wood chips affects the entire product. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Due to frequent handling of heavy raw logs and standing work. |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | Because collaboration and coordination in line work directly contribute to results. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Primarily routine work with little need for new ideas. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Few complex calculations, limited to basic measurements. |
Related Qualifications
- Crane and Derrick Operator
- Forklift Operation Skills Training
Aliases
- Chipper operator
- Wood chip manufacturing worker
Related Jobs
- Papermaking machine operator
- Pulp worker
- Wood chip manufacturing worker
- Wood processing worker