EVA (Ethylene Vinyl Acetate) Manufacturing Worker
いーぶいえー（えちれんさくさんびにる）せいぞうこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Job involving operating the manufacturing plant for synthetic resin (EVA) primarily made from ethylene vinyl acetate, managing and operating processes from polymerization to molding and foaming.
Description
EVA Manufacturing Workers use ethylene and vinyl acetate monomer as raw materials to perform polymerization reactions, manufacturing EVA resin and expanded beads through processes such as melting, extrusion, drying, and foaming. They monitor and adjust temperature, pressure, and flow rates using process control systems like DCS, and perform operation and maintenance following safety procedures. They also confirm quality inspection data, provide initial response to troubles, conduct daily inspections, maintenance tasks, raw material supply, product removal, and a wide range of other tasks in cooperation with the team.
Future Outlook
The market is expanding in diverse applications such as solar cell encapsulants, sports goods, and medical foams, and with process optimization and introduction of automation technologies, the demand for EVA manufacturing technicians is expected to remain stable.
Personality Traits
Cautious / Cooperative / Physically strong / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
3-shift system / Factory work / Night shifts / Standing work / Team work
Career Path
Manufacturing Operator → Shift Leader → Process Engineer → Plant Maintenance Staff → Manufacturing Department Manager
Required Skills
Instrument Monitoring / Plant Maintenance Inspection / Process Control System (DCS) Operation / Raw Material Mixing and Weighing / Safety Management
Recommended Skills
Chemical Analysis Equipment Operation / English Technical Document Reading / PLC Programming / Preventive Maintenance Knowledge
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because minute changes in temperature and pressure affect quality. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Due to long hours of standing work and handling heavy objects. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Primarily handles standardized processes, with little need for new ideas. |
Related Qualifications
- Chemical Plant Manufacturing Technician
- Hazardous Materials Handler (Eth Class 4)
Aliases
- EVA Manufacturing Operator
- Ethylene Vinyl Acetate Polymerization Operator
- Synthetic Resin Manufacturing Operator
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