Degumming Worker
にじゅうこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A profession that performs pre-treatment processes such as scouring, degumming, and washing through boiling or chemical treatment in the manufacturing process of textile products.
Description
Degumming workers are specialists in the pre-treatment process for manufacturing fabrics and yarns from cotton or synthetic fibers. They use boiling tanks and chemical treatment equipment to perform scouring (impurity removal), degumming, washing, chemical treatment, and pH adjustment. They strictly manage processing temperature, time, and chemical concentration to achieve uniform pre-treatment conditions, thereby enhancing the quality of subsequent dyeing and finishing processes. They also handle machine operation and maintenance, quality checks, record-keeping, and work in compliance with safety and environmental standards.
Future Outlook
Although the domestic textile manufacturing industry is shrinking, skilled workers with high-value-added and environmentally friendly pre-treatment technologies are expected to have steady demand. However, employment opportunities may decrease due to shifts in production overseas.
Personality Traits
High Safety Awareness / Meticulous / Patient / Team-oriented
Work Style
Factory Work / Indoor Work / Shift Work / Standing Work / Team Work
Career Path
Line Worker → Group Leader/Leader → Quality Control Staff → Manufacturing Manager → Factory Supervisor
Required Skills
Chemical Handling Knowledge / Machine Operation (Boiling Equipment) / Temperature and Time Management / pH Measurement and Adjustment
Recommended Skills
Basic Chemical Knowledge / Basic Machine Maintenance / Hygiene Management / Quality Control
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because accurate management of chemical concentrations and processing times directly affects quality. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Work in high-temperature environments and handling heavy materials require physical stamina. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Because there is little room for creativity in standardized processes. |
Aliases
- Scouring Worker
Related Jobs
- Cutting Worker
- Dyeing Worker
- Finishing Worker
- Weaving Worker