Covering Worker (Rubber-Coated Wire Manufacturing)
かばりんぐこう（ごむひふくせんせいぞう）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A job that manufactures rubber-coated wires by applying rubber insulation material to electric wires.
Description
Covering workers are operators on the manufacturing line that apply rubber insulation coating to metal conductors. They supply rubber compounds to extrusion machines, apply coating of a certain thickness, then perform vulcanization (cross-linking), cooling, visual inspection, dimension measurement, winding, cutting, and packaging. They are also responsible for machine startup, setup changes, regular maintenance inspections, and safety and health management, as well as inspection tasks to prevent quality defects. They monitor factory temperature and equipment conditions, adjust manufacturing conditions, handle minor troubleshooting, and maintain stable production.
Future Outlook
While automation technology is advancing, skills in equipment monitoring, maintenance, and quality control are emphasized. Demand for skilled workers is stable or increasing.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Career Path
Line Operator → Leader → Quality Control Staff → Production Control Staff → Factory Manager
Required Skills
Extruder Operation / Measuring Instrument Operation (Micrometer, Caliper) / Safety and Health Knowledge / Winding Machine Operation
Recommended Skills
Equipment Maintenance Inspection / Process Management / Production Line Improvement / Quality Control
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Attention to detail is necessary for quality assurance. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Due to standing work and handling heavy objects. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Creativity is not highly required as the work is mainly routine. |
Aliases
- Rubber-Coated Wire Manufacturing Worker
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