Deinking Worker (Papermaking)
だつぼくこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Worker who operates and manages deinking machines and washing equipment to remove ink and impurities from waste paper to produce recycled pulp.
Description
Deinking workers pulp collected waste paper and feed it into deinking machines, performing operations to separate ink and foreign matter through washing and flotation processes. They handle chemical dosing amounts, pH adjustments, machine operation and maintenance, sludge treatment management, quality inspections, and troubleshooting. Since they affect the quality of recycled paper, meticulous monitoring and safety management are required.
Future Outlook
With increasing demand for recycled paper and stricter environmental regulations, quality control and labor-saving measures in the deinking process are emphasized. Skill succession and acquisition of advanced operation techniques accompanying automation and IoT introduction are challenges, but stable demand is expected.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Factory Work / Indoor Dusty Humid Environment / Shift Work / Standing Work
Career Path
Papermaker → Plant Operator → Maintenance and Repair Technician → Quality Control Staff → Plant Manager
Required Skills
Chemical Handling / Deinking Machine Operation / Pulp Washing Equipment Operation / Quality Inspection
Recommended Skills
Basic Chemical Knowledge / Machine Maintenance Knowledge / Measurement and Analysis Techniques
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because minute residual impurities affect quality. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Due to long hours of standing work and handling heavy materials. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Because work follows standardized processes, and originality is not particularly required. |
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