Felt Press Worker
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A technical job in the manufacturing site that compresses and forms felt material using a press machine to maintain consistent product thickness and hardness.
Description
Felt press workers set felt sheets or dried felt into industrial press machines and perform compression and forming under conditions such as temperature, pressure, and heating time specified for each product. The operator sets the parameters on the machine's control panel and inspects the formed products visually or with measuring instruments to confirm that thickness and hardness are within specifications. They play a role in the production line, ensuring stable quality in line with the manufacturing plan. Regular machine inspections, simple maintenance, workplace cleaning and organization, and safety and health management are also important tasks.
Future Outlook
Although the domestic textile industry is shrinking, demand for felt products for niche applications is stable. It is expected that production efficiency will improve with the introduction of IoT and automation technologies.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Career Path
Felt Press Worker → Line Leader → Manufacturing Engineer → Production Management → Factory Manager
Required Skills
Dimensional Measurement / Press Machine Operation / Quality Inspection / Simple Machine Maintenance
Recommended Skills
Basic Knowledge of Production Management / CAD Basics / Safety and Health Knowledge
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Small deviations can lead to product defects, so precise operation is required. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Standing work handling heavy objects requires sustained physical stamina. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Forming procedures and conditions are standardized, so there are few opportunities for creative thinking. |
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