Lubricating Oil Manufacturing Worker (Petroleum Refining Industry)
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Production equipment operator who refines and blends lubricating oil from crude oil, operates manufacturing equipment, and performs quality control.
Description
Lubricating oil manufacturing workers, in petroleum refining plants, distill crude oil or naphtha and other raw materials, desulfurize them, then mix in viscosity modifiers and additives to produce products with specified lubricating performance. They handle operations and monitoring of manufacturing equipment, quality inspections through product sampling, simple inspections and maintenance of equipment, process management including safety management and environmental measures. In the event of equipment trouble, they quickly identify the cause and collaborate with relevant departments to restore operations.
Future Outlook
With the automation and digitalization of manufacturing processes and the strengthening of environmental regulations, demand is expected to increase for operators with advanced monitoring skills and safety management capabilities.
Personality Traits
High Safety Awareness / Meticulous / Sharp Observation Skills / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Career Path
Line Operator → Senior Operator → Process Engineer → Plant Manager → Manufacturing Department Manager
Required Skills
Analytical Instrument Operation / Manufacturing Equipment Operation and Monitoring / Plant Equipment Operation / Quality Control / Safety Management
Recommended Skills
Chemical Analysis / Equipment Maintenance / Maintenance Skills / PLC Control
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Logical thinking is required for monitoring manufacturing processes and adjusting parameters. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because minute differences in component ratios affect quality. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Mathematical and quantitative analytical skills are essential for interpreting and adjusting analytical data. |
| Problem Solving | Rapid root cause analysis is necessary during abnormalities. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Routine tasks are predominant, and original ideas are not particularly needed. |
Related Qualifications
- Hazardous Materials Handler (Type B, Class 4)
Aliases
- Lubricating Oil Manufacturing Operator
- Lubricating Oil Operator
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