Cotton Opening Worker
かいめんこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A manufacturing job that uses machines to loosen raw cotton fiber materials, remove impurities, and prepare them in a uniform state.
Description
Cotton opening workers use raw cotton (cotton fiber) as raw material, employing cotton opening machines to loosen clumps of fiber, remove impurities, and finish them into a uniform fibrous form. They adjust machine operations, manage cloth feeding and winding, and perform visual inspections for foreign objects and defective products. To ensure stable production and quality maintenance, they also conduct regular maintenance, lubrication, and parts replacement. They understand the overall manufacturing process flow and comply with safety and health regulations. They play the role of supplying appropriate raw materials to subsequent spinning and weaving processes for fiber products.
Future Outlook
Although the number of workers is decreasing due to the shrinking scale of the spinning industry, demand for personnel skilled in automation equipment operation and maintenance is expected to be maintained to a certain extent.
Personality Traits
High concentration / Meticulous / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Career Path
Cotton Opening Apprentice → Cotton Opening Worker → Spinning Worker → Manufacturing Line Leader → Production Management
Required Skills
Cotton Opening Machine Operation / Machine Maintenance (Cleaning, Simple Repairs) / Quality Inspection (Visual)
Recommended Skills
Basic Knowledge of Machine Maintenance / Safety and Health Management / Understanding of Production Processes
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because attention is required to not miss foreign matter in fine fibers. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because standing work and handling raw materials require physical stamina. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Because there are few situations requiring creative thinking. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because there is little complex numerical calculation. |
Aliases
- Cotton Opener
Related Jobs
- Fiber Processing Worker
- Spinning Worker
- Weaving Worker