Carbon paper manufacturing worker
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
This occupation handles the manufacturing processes from blending raw materials for carbon paper to coating, drying, cutting, inspection, and packaging.
Description
Carbon paper manufacturing workers blend and adjust raw materials such as ink components, wax, and binders to stably mass-produce carbon paper. They operate manufacturing machines like coaters to apply the mixture to base materials, dry them in dryers, and handle subsequent processes including cutting, winding, and packaging. They monitor the production line based on production plans, make fine adjustments to machines, respond to troubles, inspect product thickness and color tone for quality, and work to achieve stable production and improved yield. They also manage workplace safety, investigate causes and develop countermeasures for issues such as clogging and process contamination.
Future Outlook
Although demand is declining due to the progress of digitalization, there remains a certain need as office and industrial copy paper. The value of personnel who have acquired production efficiency improvement, automation, and labor-saving technologies will increase.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Career Path
Manufacturing operator → Line leader → Manufacturing supervisor → Factory manager
Required Skills
Dryer adjustment / Manufacturing line machine operation / Quality inspection / Raw material blending
Recommended Skills
Machine maintenance (basic) / Process improvement / Safety and health knowledge
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | High accuracy is required to minimize quality variations and improve yield. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Physical stamina is required for long hours of standing work and line operations. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Primarily routine tasks with little need for innovative thinking. |
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