Fabric Spreading Worker
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A job that operates the fabric spreading machine to stretch the fabric, adjust its width and tension, and inspect for defective areas.
Description
Fabric spreading workers, in textile product manufacturing lines, use spreading machines to flatten and stretch cloth, adjust fabric width and tension, and visually detect and remove defects and dirt. They handle machine setup, various settings on the operation panel, fine adjustments to fabric feed speed and tension during inspection, marking or cutting out defective areas, etc., contributing to the quality improvement of subsequent dyeing and finishing processes.
Future Outlook
Due to the contraction of the domestic textile industry and advances in automation, the number of workers is on a decreasing trend, but a certain level of demand is expected in fields handling high-quality products.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Career Path
Spreading Apprentice → Fabric Spreading Worker → Group Leader/Leader → Production Management → Quality Management
Required Skills
Fabric spreading machine operation / Visual inspection / Width and tension adjustment
Recommended Skills
Basic quality control knowledge / Machine maintenance (basic)
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Attention to detail is required to not miss small fabric defects. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Physical stamina is necessary for prolonged standing work and handling fabric. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | The work is routine and requires little creative thinking. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Does not require advanced numerical analysis. |
Aliases
- Fabric Spreading Machine Operator
- Slasher Operator
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