Cocoon Sorting Worker (Silk Reeling Factory)
まゆせんべつこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
This occupation involves visually inspecting cocoons in a silk reeling factory, sorting and grading them based on quality, size, and presence of defects.
Description
Cocoon sorters visually inspect each cocoon one by one as the first process in a silk reeling factory, judging color tone, size, scratches, wormholes, and other defects to perform grading. The sorted cocoons are supplied to reeling machines (silk-drawing machines), supporting the production of uniform thread. The work mainly consists of standing tasks and routine work, but requires attention to detail to discern minute differences and a certain level of physical stamina.
Future Outlook
The domestic silk reeling industry is shrinking, and demand for this occupation is decreasing, but there may be remaining small-scale demand due to movements for high-quality silk and regional industry revival.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Career Path
Cocoon Sorting Worker (Junior) → Senior Sorter/Inspector → Quality Control Staff → Manufacturing Line Supervisor
Required Skills
Knowledge of Cocoon Characteristics / Understanding Quality Standards / Visual Inspection
Recommended Skills
Basic Communication Skills / Machine Operation / Organization and Tidying
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | To distinguish minute defects in cocoons and differences in color tone. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Requires stamina to sustain long hours of standing work and repetitive motions. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Communication Skills | Mainly simple reporting and communication, with little interpersonal adjustment. |
| Creativity & Ideation | Tasks are routine and require almost no creative thinking. |
| Initiative & Leadership | Mainly work following superiors' instructions, with limited opportunities for independent action. |
| Learning Agility & Knowledge Acquisition | Procedures are standardized, and new knowledge acquisition is infrequent. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Quantity management is simple and does not require advanced mathematical analysis. |
| Planning & Organization | Primarily routine work following instructions, with few opportunities for planning. |
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