Optical Fiber (Glass) Manufacturing Equipment Operator
ひかりファイバー（ガラスせい）せいぞうせつびオペレーター
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
This occupation operates and maintains equipment that melts raw glass materials, draws preforms to manufacture optical fibers. Also responsible for quality control and troubleshooting.
Description
Optical fiber manufacturing equipment operators heat high-purity glass raw materials in melting furnaces and draw preforms using drawing devices to produce thin-diameter optical fibers. After production, resin coating is applied, followed by ultraviolet curing (curing), and wound onto spooling machines. During manufacturing, monitor temperature, tension, speed, coating thickness, etc., and check product diameter, appearance, and transmission characteristics with inspection devices. Also perform periodic equipment inspections, cleaning, troubleshooting, create manufacturing records, and thoroughly manage quality. Primarily involves standing work in clean rooms or high-temperature environments.
Future Outlook
With the expansion of 5G and data center demand, demand for optical fiber communications is steadily increasing. Demand continues for operators with high-quality manufacturing technology, and advanced skills are required in fields introducing process control and automation technologies.
Personality Traits
High concentration / Meticulous / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Career Path
Operator Apprentice → Manufacturing Operator → Shift Leader → Team Leader → Manufacturing Engineer → Quality Control Staff
Required Skills
Manufacturing Equipment Operation / Measuring Instrument Operation / Optical Fiber Inspection Equipment Operation / Quality Record Management / Temperature Tension Control
Recommended Skills
Anomaly Detection Troubleshooting / Clean Room Work Experience / Data Analysis / Equipment Maintenance
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because precise control of optical fiber diameter and coating thickness is required. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | There are few elements of creativity since it follows standardized procedures. |
| Initiative & Leadership | There are few spontaneous suggestions since work is mainly performed following instructions. |
Aliases
- Glass Optical Fiber Operator
- Optical Fiber Manufacturing Operator
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