Glass Fiber Spinning Worker
ガラスせんいせいぼうこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A manufacturing technical job that melts glass raw materials at high temperatures, draws them into thin fibers using spinning equipment, and winds them up.
Description
Glass fiber spinning workers melt glass raw materials such as quartz and silica sand at approximately 1,500°C and draw thin glass fibers from a mold called a spinner. After spinning, a sizing agent is applied to the fibers, quality control is performed by measuring diameter uniformity and strength, and they are wound up at an appropriate speed. Main tasks include operation and monitoring of production line equipment, temperature and pressure control, periodic equipment maintenance, and safety and health management. Work in high-temperature and high-pressure environments, process improvements for enhancing yield, and quick troubleshooting when problems occur are required.
Future Outlook
Stable demand is expected with the expansion of composite material needs, but advanced skill acquisition is required due to advancing automation and robot technology introduction.
Personality Traits
Attentive / Good Team Player / Patient / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Contract Employee / Factory Work / Full-time Employee / Night Shift / Shift Work
Career Path
Glass Fiber Spinning Operator → Group Leader → Manufacturing Engineer → Production Manager → Factory Manager
Required Skills
Equipment Maintenance / Melting Furnace Operation / Pressure and Temperature Control / Quality Inspection / Safety and Health Management
Recommended Skills
Basic Knowledge of Materials Engineering / PLC Control / Process Improvement (QC Methods) / Troubleshooting
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Precise management is necessary to maintain fiber diameter and quality uniformity. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Physical stamina is required for long hours of standing work in high temperatures, etc. |
| Problem Solving | Problem-solving skills are required for equipment troubles and yield improvements. |
| Stress Tolerance | Required to calmly continue work under high-temperature environments and production line pressure. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Creative idea generation is limited due to assembly line work. |
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