Ball Manufacturer (Wooden)
ぼーるせいぞうこう（もくせい）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A job that uses wood as raw material, operates woodworking lathes and polishing machines to process and finish spherical products.
Description
Wooden Ball Manufacturers start with wood selection, log cutting, rough processing with woodworking lathes, intermediate finishing with grinding and polishing machines, painting and coating, dimensional inspection, and packaging, handling the entire process. They require machine operation skills for woodworking lathes, grinders, polishers, and painting booths, as well as precise measurement abilities using calipers and micrometers. Depending on the product use (toys, decorations, industrial parts, etc.), they adjust paint and coating types and polishing finish levels to meet quality standards. The work involves standing for long periods requiring physical stamina, while paying attention to safety, hygiene management, and machine maintenance to improve production efficiency and quality.
Future Outlook
Demand for wooden balls in interior decorations and traditional crafts maintains a certain stability, but the introduction of CNC machines is progressing, making the inheritance of hand-processing techniques a challenge. Acquiring high-value-added products and automation skills will be key differentiators in future markets.
Personality Traits
Cautious / Dexterous with hands and good at detailed work / Good team player / Meticulous / Physically strong
Work Style
Career Path
General Worker (Wood Product Manufacturing) → Skilled Worker → Process Leader → Production Manager → Factory Manager
Required Skills
Painting Finishing Technique / Polishing Machine Operation / Use of Measuring Instruments (Calipers, Micrometers) / Wood Knowledge / Woodworking Lathe Operation
Recommended Skills
CAD Data Reading / CNC Lathe Operation / Machine Maintenance / Quality Control Methods (QC) / Safety and Hygiene Management
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Accuracy to keep dimensional errors within tolerance is essential. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Due to handling heavy raw materials and long hours of standing work. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Mainly processing based on product specifications, with few opportunities for new idea creation. |
Aliases
- Wooden Ball Manufacturer
- Wooden Ball Processor
- Wooden Round Ball Manufacturer
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