Glass Fiber Drawing Worker
ガラスせんいひきだしこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A job that manufactures fibers, the raw material for glass fiber products, by stretching molten glass into thin fibers.
Description
Glass fiber drawing workers melt raw glass at high temperatures in a melting furnace and draw it into fine fibers through a mold called a bushing. They adjust the drawing speed and tension to maintain a consistent fiber diameter and feed it into the winding machine. As needed, they apply sizing agent to the surface, perform quality inspections, and ensure stable production. They also handle the operation and monitoring of manufacturing equipment, as well as routine inspections and maintenance.
Future Outlook
Demand for glass fibers continues in the automotive, construction, and electrical/electronics sectors. Amid advancing automation and sophistication of manufacturing processes, demand for personnel with equipment operation and quality control skills remains stably high.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Indoor factory work / Night shift / Shift work / Standing work
Career Path
Junior Operator → Senior Operator → Team Leader → Production Management → Equipment Maintenance Engineer
Required Skills
Basic Knowledge of Quality Control / Dimensional and Appearance Inspection / Drawing Speed and Tension Control / Machine Operation / Melting Furnace Operation
Recommended Skills
Basic Knowledge of Equipment Maintenance / Data Management / Simple Machine Repair
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Accurate attention to detail is required to maintain the fine fiber diameter. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Required due to prolonged standing work in high-temperature environments. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Routine work is the main focus, so creativity is not particularly required. |
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