Raw Silk Inspector (Raw Silk Manufacturing)
かんぬきこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
In the raw silk manufacturing process, weighs and inspects raw silk materials, evaluates quality, and sorts them.
Description
Raw silk inspectors, in the raw silk production line, weigh the reeled raw silk in predetermined weight units and perform quality inspections. They check for minute defects, variations in thickness, and humidity conditions, and sort by grade. Using measuring instruments such as scales and hygrometers, they create records. Through machine adjustments, daily maintenance checks, and environmental management, they ensure stable quality. They continue accurate work in line with team production plans and may collaborate with the quality control department.
Future Outlook
Due to the decline in traditional Japanese clothing culture and the spread of synthetic fibers, demand for raw silk is on a decreasing trend. However, from the perspective of demand for high-quality raw silk and the inheritance of traditional techniques, there is a possibility of continued demand for specialized jobs in specific companies or regions.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Career Path
Apprentice Raw Silk Inspector → Raw Silk Inspector → Supervisor Worker → Quality Control Staff → Technical Instructor
Required Skills
Quality Inspection / Record and Report Creation / Weighing Instrument Operation
Recommended Skills
Basics of Machine Maintenance / Basics of Statistics / Humidity Management Technology
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Requires accuracy to not miss minute defects or weight discrepancies. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Communication Skills | Mainly independent work, with little need for advanced interpersonal coordination. |
| Creativity & Ideation | Mostly follows set procedures, so creative thinking is not highly required. |
Aliases
- Raw Silk Inspector
- Raw Silk Weigher
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