Glycerin Production Equipment Operator
グリセリンせいぞうせつびオペレーター
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A job that operates, monitors, and maintains equipment for producing glycerin through hydrolysis and purification processes using fatty acids or natural oils and fats as raw materials.
Description
Glycerin production equipment operators operate and monitor processes such as hydrolysis reactions of oils and fats, decolorization and deodorization, and distillation purification using automatic control devices (PLC), managing raw material inlets and temperature and pressure parameters. They regularly sample products to measure acid value and purity, and make adjustments to meet quality standards. Important tasks also include equipment startup and shutdown procedures, emergency response, safety and health management, daily inspections, cleaning, and simple maintenance. Shift work includes night shifts and sudden troubleshooting, and compliance with manuals as well as continuous improvement suggestions are required.
Future Outlook
Glycerin demand is stable due to diverse uses such as biodiesel and cosmetic raw materials. As labor-saving and automation technologies advance, demand for operators with advanced process management and analysis skills is on the rise.
Personality Traits
Attentive / Good team player / Patient / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Factory work / Night shifts / Shift work / Site-centered / Uniform/Work clothes required
Career Path
Operator Apprentice → Glycerin Production Operator → Shift Leader → Process Engineer → Production Management → Equipment Maintenance Department Leader → Factory Manager
Required Skills
Basic Chemistry / PLC Operation / Process Control (Temperature and Pressure) / Safety and Health Management
Recommended Skills
Chemical Product Manufacturing Maintenance Skills Technician / Equipment Inspection and Maintenance / Quality Inspection and Analysis (HPLC/GC) / Reading English Technical Documents / Troubleshooting
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | To maintain product quality without missing subtle changes in temperature and pressure. |
| Problem Solving | Important for cause analysis and recovery response during process abnormalities. |
| Stress Tolerance | Stress tolerance is necessary for night shifts and emergency responses. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Because the work is centered on following standardized procedures. |
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Aliases
- Glycerin Operator
- Glycerin Production Operator
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