Igniter Worker (Rubber-Insulated Wire Manufacturing)
いぐないたーこう（ごむひふくでんせんせいぞう）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A job that manufactures rubber-insulated wires by extruding rubber insulation material onto conductors such as copper wires, followed by processes including vulcanization, cooling, and forming.
Description
Igniter Worker (Rubber-Insulated Wire Manufacturing) covers conductors such as copper or aluminum wires with rubber insulation material, performing extrusion with extrusion molding machines, vulcanization using vulcanization equipment, forming in cooling tanks, and finishing inspections. Handles startup and switching of manufacturing lines, machinery adjustment and maintenance, inspection and recording of dimensions and quality, and safety management to ensure stable continuous production and quality assurance.
Future Outlook
The wire market is stable, and with advancements in automation and quality control sophistication, demand is expected to increase for personnel skilled in equipment maintenance and quality management.
Personality Traits
Good team player / High concentration / Meticulous / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Contract Employee / Factory Employment / Full-time Employee / Line Work / Shift Work
Career Path
Line Operator → Team Leader → Manufacturing Engineer (Process Improvement) → Production Management → Factory Manager
Required Skills
Dimensional Measurement / Forming Process Management / Manufacturing Line Startup / Operation and Adjustment of Extruders / Vulcanization Equipment Management
Recommended Skills
Basic Knowledge of PLC Control / Equipment Maintenance / Quality Control Techniques (QC Seven Tools) / Safety and Health Management
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because minute dimensional errors affect product performance. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Due to long hours of standing work and handling heavy raw materials. |
| Problem Solving | Due to the need to identify causes and respond quickly to equipment troubles. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Work procedures and equipment configurations are standardized, with relatively little need for creative ideas. |
Aliases
- Rubber-Insulated Wire Manufacturing Worker
- Wire Covering Operator
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