Bleaching Worker (Yarn and Woven Fabric)
さらしこう（いと・しょくふ）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A profession that performs bleaching and finishing processes on yarn and woven fabrics to achieve uniform color tones and quality.
Description
Bleaching Worker (Yarn and Woven Fabric) is a specialist occupation that bleaches raw yarn and woven fabrics using alkali solutions or boiling treatments to remove impurities and increase whiteness. Operates bleaching machines and dryers, adjusting chemical concentrations, temperatures, and times to manage quality. After processing, conducts inspections using color difference meters or visual checks, and passes products meeting standards to the next process. Also handles machine cleaning and maintenance, workplace safety and hygiene management, and participates in maintaining and improving production efficiency.
Future Outlook
Although the domestic textile industry is in a shrinking trend, there remains a certain demand for specialized bleaching technicians due to the expansion of demand for high-value-added products and environmentally friendly processing. Market value is high if adaptable to automation and IoT.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Career Path
Manufacturing Operator → Group Leader/Leader → Quality Control Engineer → Production Manager → Factory Manager
Required Skills
Bleaching machine operation / Chemical agent handling / Machine cleaning and maintenance / Quality inspection (color difference measurement and visual inspection)
Recommended Skills
Basic chemistry / Fiber structure knowledge / Process improvement / Safety and hygiene management
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Fine adjustments and checks are necessary to prevent uneven bleaching or color variations. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | A certain level of physical stamina is required for handling wet woven fabrics and machine parts. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Primarily routine processes do not require much creative thinking. |
Related Qualifications
- Textile Processing Technician
- Textile Product Quality Manager
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