Caustic Soda Manufacturing Worker
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Caustic soda (sodium hydroxide) manufacturing worker who manufactures using electrolytic methods and others, and performs plant operation control, quality control, safety management, and equipment maintenance.
Description
Caustic soda manufacturing workers handle plant operations to electrolyze sodium chloride aqueous solution and concentrate and recover sodium hydroxide generated on the cathode side. Operators operate and monitor equipment such as electrolytic cells, pumps, and valves, and measure and adjust pH, concentration, and temperature. They confirm the purity and specific gravity of products using reagent titration or specific gravity measurement, and manage impurity removal, drying, and packaging processes. At the same time, they handle chlorine and hydrogen gases generated during the production process, inspect and maintain safety devices, respond to emergencies, and maintain safe and stable production in accordance with work procedures and safety regulations.
Future Outlook
Demand for skilled operators remains stable and increasing due to steady growth in chemical product demand, automation and labor-saving in manufacturing processes. Advanced operation skills are required due to strengthened safety and environmental regulations.
Personality Traits
Attentive / Calm and Composed / Good Team Player / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
3-Shift System / Factory Work / Long-Term Stable Employment / Night Shifts
Career Path
Operator Apprentice → Manufacturing Operator → Shift Leader → Process Engineer → Factory Manager / Manufacturing Department Manager
Required Skills
Equipment Inspection and Maintenance / Manufacturing Equipment Operation / Quality Inspection / Safety Device Monitoring / pH Measurement and Concentration Adjustment
Recommended Skills
Basic Chemical Engineering Knowledge / English Technical Document Reading / Forklift Operation Skills / Instrumentation Diagram Reading / PLC Programming
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | High accuracy is required for concentration management and safety monitoring. |
| Stress Tolerance | Calmness in handling chemicals and emergency responses is essential. |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | Shift handovers and coordination during emergency responses are important. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Because the processes are standardized. |
Related Qualifications
- Forklift Operation Skills Training
- Hazardous Materials Handler
- High-Pressure Gas Manufacturing Safety Manager
Aliases
- Sodium Hydroxide Manufacturing Worker
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