Glass Fiber Manufacturing Worker
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Manufacturing operator who melts glass raw materials at high temperature, draws them into fibers, coats them, and winds them up.
Description
Glass fiber manufacturing workers melt glass raw materials such as quartz sand and soda ash in dedicated furnaces, draw them through thin nozzles to form fibers, coat them with sizing agents as necessary, and then wind them up. They operate production line equipment, adjust temperature and drawing speed, perform quality inspections on product diameter and strength, and conduct daily equipment inspections and maintenance to ensure safe and stable production. This occupation requires work in high-temperature environments and shift work on continuously operating lines.
Future Outlook
Demand for glass fibers as heat-resistant and corrosion-resistant materials will remain stable, and with the expansion of the FRP and high-performance composite materials market, production systems will become more sophisticated and automated, requiring operators to possess advanced operation skills and equipment knowledge.
Personality Traits
Cautious / High concentration / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Career Path
Glass Fiber Manufacturing Operator → Group Leader/Leader → Manufacturing Engineer → Production Engineering Engineer → Manufacturing Department Manager
Required Skills
Equipment Maintenance and Inspection / Operation of Fiber Drawing Equipment / Operation of Glass Melting Furnace / Quality Inspection / Temperature and Speed Adjustment
Recommended Skills
Basic Knowledge of Materials Engineering / Knowledge of Automatic Control / Mechanical Maintenance (Mechanical Maintenance) / Safety and Health Management
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Fine adjustments of temperature and speed are necessary to maintain fiber quality. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because work in high-temperature environments lasts for long periods. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Because work procedures are standardized, there is little need for generating new ideas. |
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