Raw Material Mill Operator (Cement Manufacturing)
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
In cement manufacturing, operates and monitors raw material mills (ball mills) to crush and finely pulverize raw materials.
Description
Raw material mill operators use crushing equipment such as ball mills and roller mills to finely pulverize cement raw materials like limestone and clay, while monitoring and adjusting process parameters to maintain consistent particle size. They check equipment operation status, vibration, and temperature, and when issues arise, they quickly identify and resolve the causes. They also perform daily inspections and simple maintenance, contributing to the maintenance of safe and stable production lines.
Future Outlook
The cement manufacturing industry will maintain steady employment due to stable domestic demand, but with advances in labor-saving measures and automation, demand for skilled operators will increase. In the future, the ability to respond to remote monitoring systems utilizing IoT and AI will be required.
Personality Traits
Attentive / Good team player / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Factory work / Heavy machinery operation / Indoor work / Shift work
Career Path
Raw Material Mill Operator → Line Leader → Process Supervisor → Production Engineer → Plant Engineer
Required Skills
Ball Mill Operation / Instrument Reading / Maintenance Inspection / Process Parameter Monitoring and Adjustment
Recommended Skills
Basic Mechanical Maintenance Knowledge / Data Recording / Quality Control Techniques / Safety and Health Management
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | It is necessary to detect crushing conditions and small abnormalities in equipment vibration and temperature changes. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Standing work in environments with heavy raw materials and noise, as well as long hours of operation, are required. |
| Problem Solving | To quickly identify and address causes when equipment troubles occur. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Processes are standardized, and creative thinking is not particularly required. |
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Aliases
- Mill Operator
- Raw Material Mill Operator
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