Glass Fiber Spinning Worker
がらすせんいぼうせきこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A job that manufactures glass fibers by drawing molten glass into fine threads and processing it through drying, winding, and other steps.
Description
Glass fiber spinning workers melt raw glass material in a high-temperature furnace, draw the molten glass through tiny holes in a gold mold called a bushing to form fibers, then cool and dry them, and wind up fibers with a certain thickness and strength. After winding, they are processed into mats or bundles and used as insulating or reinforcing materials. Workers operate spinning machines, adjust furnace temperature and drawing speed, inspect fiber diameter and quality, perform machine maintenance checks, wear safety protective gear, and pay attention to work environment management. Production lines often operate 24 hours a day, with shift work being common. Amid advancing automation in manufacturing processes, advanced machine operation skills and quality management abilities are required.
Future Outlook
Demand for insulating materials and composite material applications remains steady, but due to advancing automation in manufacturing processes, advanced machine operation skills and quality management abilities are required. Although domestic production is showing a slight decline, growth is expected in fields such as shifts to environmentally friendly technologies and the use of recycled glass.
Personality Traits
Attentive / Cooperative / Physically Fit / Quality-Oriented
Work Style
Career Path
Manufacturing Operator → Group Leader → Production Manager → Quality Control Manager → Plant Manager
Required Skills
Annealing Furnace Temperature and Speed Adjustment / Compliance with Safety and Health Regulations / Fiber Quality Inspection / Machine Maintenance and Inspection / Spinning Machine Operation and Monitoring / Winding Machine Operation
Recommended Skills
5S Kaizen / Forklift Operation Skills / QC Certification (Beginner)
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | To maintain consistent fiber diameter and quality. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Standing work in high-temperature environments is common, requiring physical stamina. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Work procedures are standardized, and creative thinking is not particularly necessary. |
Related Qualifications
- Ceramics and Stone Product Manufacturing Skills Expert
- Forklift Operation Skills Training Completion
Aliases
- Glass Fiber Spinning Worker
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