Detergent base material manufacturer (synthetic detergent manufacturing)
せんざいきざいせいぞうこう（ごうせいせんざいせいぞう）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
This occupation involves operating and managing reaction, mixing, and separation processes to industrially manufacture base materials such as surfactants, the main components of detergents, while maintaining quality, safety, and production efficiency.
Description
Detergent base material manufacturers (synthetic detergent manufacturing) control chemical reactions in reaction kettles and manage processes such as neutralization, concentration, and distillation to mass-produce surfactants and other detergent base materials. They monitor manufacturing conditions (temperature, pressure, pH), perform equipment operation and maintenance inspections. Important tasks include quality inspections via sampling, creating manufacturing records, and complying with safety, health, and environmental regulations.
Future Outlook
With rising environmental awareness and increasing demand for eco-friendly detergents, the need for technicians in high-performance detergent base material manufacturing is expected to remain stable. Demand for process engineers is predicted to grow further with the adoption of energy-saving and resource-efficient manufacturing processes.
Personality Traits
Cooperative / High safety awareness / Precise and meticulous / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Career Path
Operator → Shift leader → Manufacturing supervisor → Manufacturing manager → Production technology → Plant engineer
Required Skills
Basic knowledge of chemical reactions / Mechanical maintenance inspection / Plant operation control / Quality management (sampling inspection) / Safety and health management
Recommended Skills
Improvement methods (Six Sigma) / PLC operation / Reading English technical documents
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | It is necessary to maintain stable manufacturing quality without overlooking even minute quality fluctuations. |
| Problem Solving | Quick and accurate responses are required during equipment troubles or quality defects. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | The work mostly follows manuals and regulations, limiting opportunities for creativity. |
Related Qualifications
- Dangerous Goods Handler (Class B, Type 4)
Aliases
- Chemical plant operator
- Detergent manufacturing operator
- Synthetic detergent manufacturing worker
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