Salad Bowl Manufacturing Worker (Wooden)
さらだぼーるせいぞうこう（もくせい）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Artisans and workers who manufacture wooden salad bowls. They are responsible for everything from selecting logs to processing, shaping, polishing, painting, and finishing.
Description
Wooden Salad Bowl Manufacturing Worker is a job that primarily uses woodworking lathes to carve bowl shapes from logs, and performs finishing processes such as sanding, polishing, painting, and oil finishing. By properly managing the moisture content of the wood material, evaluating wood grain characteristics, and performing drying treatments, they prevent cracking and warping. In production lines, in addition to machine operation, they handle manual fine adjustments, decorations, quality inspections, safety and health management, and work efficiency improvements. Skills in processing and finishing techniques tailored to the product's use and design are required, from custom one-of-a-kind productions to OEM mass production.
Future Outlook
Demand for wooden tableware is steady, and interest in handmade products is increasing. It is expected that efforts to enhance added value through integration with automation technology and diverse design proposals will advance.
Personality Traits
Dexterous hands and good at fine work / Excellent aesthetic sense / Meticulous / Patient
Work Style
Factory Work / OEM Manufacturing / Self-Employed / Small Workshop
Career Path
Apprentice Craftsman → Salad Bowl Manufacturing Worker → Woodworking Section Chief → Factory Manager → Independence and Entrepreneurship
Required Skills
Blueprint Dimension Management / Lathe Operation and Maintenance / Painting and Oil Finishing Technique / Sanding Technique / Wood Management
Recommended Skills
CAD/CAM Design (Woodworking) / Composite Material Processing Technology / English (Understanding Design Materials) / Painting Technology
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Attention to detail is needed to not miss minute defects in wood grain or finishes. |
| Creativity & Ideation | Because creativity and ingenuity are required in design and shape. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Physical stamina is required for transporting logs and operating machinery. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Communication Skills | Work is often completed individually. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Complex mathematical analysis is not required. |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | Individual work is the main focus, with limited teamwork. |
Aliases
- Salad Bowl Artisan
- Wooden Bowl Manufacturing Worker
- Wooden Salad Bowl Manufacturing Worker
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