Knitwear Bleacher
めりやすひょうはくこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
This occupation involves processing knitwear products by bleaching them with chemicals to achieve a uniform white color.
Description
Knitwear bleachers are responsible for decolorizing knitted knitwear products to achieve uniform color tones. They mainly use bleaching agents such as hydrogen peroxide, processing at specified concentrations, temperatures, and times to remove unnecessary pigments while maintaining the fabric's strength and texture. The process consists of chemical addition, machine operation, pH measurement, rinsing, drying, etc. Work sites can be hot and humid, and safety management for machine alarms and chemical splashes is important. Quality control and wastewater treatment in compliance with environmental regulations are also required. They work in teams to maintain production efficiency and product uniformity on the line.
Future Outlook
Although the number of spinning and dyeing factories in Japan is decreasing, certain employment opportunities are expected to be maintained due to increasing demand for small-lot bleaching for high-value-added products and environmentally friendly technologies.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Indoor Factory Work / Line Work / Shift Work / Standing Work
Career Path
Knitwear Knitter → Knitwear Dyer → Fabric Dyeing Worker → Quality Control → Factory Management
Required Skills
Chemical Handling / Machine Operation / Safety and Health Knowledge / Temperature Control / pH Measurement
Recommended Skills
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | To prevent color unevenness or damage in fibers, careful attention to detail is necessary. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Physical stamina is required for tasks such as carrying heavy fabrics and prolonged standing work. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Procedures are routine, and creativity is not particularly required. |
| Planning & Organization | Work is based on production plans, so individual planning is minimal. |
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