Wrapping Paper Maker
ほうそうししょうぞうこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A manufacturing job that operates papermaking machines to produce paper products for packaging, forming sheets from pulp through drying, coating, and winding.
Description
Wrapping Paper Makers are specialists who manufacture paper products for packaging uses. They handle preparation and supply of raw pulp, operation and monitoring of papermaking machines, drying processes and coating treatments, wind up the products, and perform quality inspections. They are also responsible for machine adjustments, maintenance, and safety management, with requirements for stable production and quality maintenance.
Future Outlook
With increasing demand for environmentally friendly packaging materials, production technologies using water-resistant or biomass materials for packaging paper will be in demand, and technicians' expertise is expected to grow.
Personality Traits
Cooperative / Meticulous / Physically strong / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Career Path
Wrapping Paper Maker (Apprentice) → Skilled Worker → Leader (Group Leader) → Manufacturing Manager → Factory Manager
Required Skills
Basic Machine Maintenance / Papermaking Machine Operation / Quality Inspection / Safety Management
Recommended Skills
Coating Machine Operation / Machine Troubleshooting / Process Improvement / Pulp Preparation
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Necessary to instantly judge and adjust variations in paper thickness and quality. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Involves long hours of standing work and handling heavy raw materials. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Mainly routine manufacturing tasks with limited need for generating new ideas. |
Related Qualifications
- Boiler Technician (Grade 2 or higher)
- Crane Operator
- Forklift Operation Skills Training
- Hazardous Materials Handler (Class B)
Aliases
- Package Paper Operator
- Paper Papermaker
- Wrapping Paper Manufacturing Worker
Related Jobs
- Paper Coating Worker
- Paper Processing Worker
- Papermaking Machine Worker
- Pulp Manufacturing Worker