Steam Digestion Fiber Drying Worker
じょうかいせんいかんそうこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
The steam digestion fiber drying worker is a manufacturing occupation that uses high-pressure steam to digest wood chips, separating fibers for papermaking raw materials, and then dries them to an appropriate moisture content using drying equipment.
Description
Steam digestion fiber drying workers load wood chips, which serve as raw materials for papermaking, into the digester and perform a digestion reaction under high temperature and high pressure to separate the wood fibers. Afterward, they transfer the material to drying equipment, manage the moisture content during drying, and produce fiber products that meet shipping standards. During work, they manage temperature and pressure, measure moisture content, operate and perform maintenance inspections on machinery, and pay close attention to safety management.
Future Outlook
In the paper and pulp industry, while labor-saving and automation are progressing, the demand for technicians with advanced equipment management capabilities is expected to remain stable.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Career Path
Operator → Line leader → Production management → Factory manager
Required Skills
Drying equipment operation / Machine maintenance inspection / Moisture content measurement / Steam digester operation
Recommended Skills
Equipment maintenance / Industrial calculations / Quality control
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | High attention to detail is necessary for proper moisture content management. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Required due to handling heavy objects and prolonged standing work. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Primarily routine tasks, so creativity is not particularly required. |