Cotton Teasing Worker
わたほかしこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A job that involves loosening raw cotton by machine or hand, removing impurities, and preparing fibers for the spinning process.
Description
Cotton teasing workers are responsible for opening raw cotton to fiber units, removing impurities such as stones and leaves, and conditioning it to a uniform fiber state. They use mechanical teasing machines or manual labor, adjusting the cotton's moisture content to ensure fiber uniformity. They also perform quality control, simple machine maintenance, and workplace cleaning, supplying raw materials suitable for the subsequent twisting and weaving processes.
Future Outlook
Demand is gradually declining due to the contraction of the domestic textile industry. Adaptation to automation technology and diverse fiber materials is required.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Career Path
Cotton Teasing Worker → Twisting Worker → Machine Finishing Worker → Quality Control → Production Management
Required Skills
Fiber Quality Inspection / Impurity Identification / Teasing Machine Operation
Recommended Skills
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Required to discern fine impurities and fiber conditions. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Due to prolonged standing work and handling heavy raw cotton. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Creativity is rarely required as work follows established procedures. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Simple weighing tasks are involved, but advanced numerical analysis is not required. |
Related Jobs
- Spinning Worker
- Twisting Worker
- Weaving Worker