Mercerizer Worker
まーせらいずこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Specialist in textile processing who applies caustic soda treatment to cotton yarn or woven fabric to improve luster, strength, and dye affinity.
Description
Mercerizer workers perform chemical treatment (mercerization process) on cotton fiber products using caustic soda, swelling the fiber surface to improve strength, luster, and dye affinity. The work involves immersing fiber products in treatment tanks, strictly managing concentration and temperature, followed by neutralization, washing, and drying processes to finish the products. They handle a series of processes including chemical handling safety and hygiene management, machine operation, and quality inspection.
Future Outlook
Amid the overseas relocation of the domestic apparel industry and labor reduction through automation, demand for traditional mercerizer workers is declining. On the other hand, personnel skilled in processing high-value-added fibers, sustainable materials, and automation対応 will continue to be needed.
Personality Traits
Cautious / High Safety Awareness / Meticulous / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Factory Work / Indoor Work / Shift Work / Standing Work / Team Work
Career Path
Manufacturing Operator → Quality Control Staff → Line Leader → Manufacturing Section Chief → Factory Administrator
Required Skills
Chemical Handling / Machine Operation / Quality Inspection / Safety and Hygiene Knowledge / Temperature and Concentration Control
Recommended Skills
Fiber Material Knowledge / Machine Maintenance / Quality Control Techniques (QC)
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because errors in concentration or temperature control directly affect quality. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Due to long hours of standing work and handling heavy rolls. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Because it involves repeating standardized processes. |
Related Qualifications
- Fiber Product Quality Manager
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