Dyeing Testing Technician
せんしょくしけんぎじゅつしゃ
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Research and Technical Occupations
- Middle : Development Engineers
- Minor : Other Development Engineers
Summary
A technical role that evaluates dyeability, color fastness, and other properties of textile products using various testing equipment, and verifies compliance with quality standards and criteria.
Description
Dyeing testing technicians dye fiber or fabric samples based on JIS and ISO standards, and perform tests such as rub fastness, perspiration fastness, and color difference measurement. They use colorimeters and spectrophotometers to acquire and analyze test data, optimize dyeing conditions, investigate defect causes based on the results, ensure product quality, and propose improvements to manufacturing processes. They are also required to handle new materials and sustainable dyeing technologies, collaborating with quality control and development departments.
Future Outlook
With automation and digitalization in the textile industry, testing equipment is advancing, increasing demand for technicians with advanced analytical skills. Expertise is increasingly required alongside the development of sustainable materials and new dyeing technologies.
Personality Traits
Curious and inquisitive / Meticulous / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Project-based / Research institute factory work / Research institute laboratory work / Shift work
Career Path
Junior Dyeing Testing Technician → Senior Dyeing Testing Technician → Quality Control Department Leader → Research and Development Department (Dyeing Technology) → Testing Department Manager
Required Skills
Data analysis / Operation of testing equipment / Sample preparation and dyeing techniques / Understanding of JIS/ISO dyeing test standards
Recommended Skills
Chemical analysis / Quality control methods (QC) / Reading English literature / Statistical analysis
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | To detect minute color differences and obtain accurate measurement results. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Primarily requires accurate execution of procedures based on standards, so accuracy is valued more than creativity. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Mainly involves desk work and lab tasks within research facilities, with minimal heavy labor. |
Related Qualifications
- Textile Product Quality Control Specialist
Aliases
- Dyeing Tester
- Dyeing Testing Technician
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