MP Manufacturing Worker (Pulp Manufacturing)
えむぴーせいぞうこう（ぱるぷせいぞう）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Manufacturing technician responsible for operating and managing plants that produce pulp through chemical and mechanical processing of wood chips and other raw materials.
Description
MP Manufacturing Worker (Pulp Manufacturing) is a job that operates and manages plants producing pulp by mechanically or chemically processing wood chips. Monitors each process from raw material feeding to pulper (mechanical pulp) or digester (chemical pulp) processing, washing, bleaching, screening, and dewatering, adjusting temperature, pressure, flow rate, etc. Inspection and maintenance to maintain production efficiency and quality, safety and health management, and environmental regulation compliance are also important roles. Shift work team operations and emergency responses during troubles are required.
Future Outlook
Due to strengthened environmental regulations and needs for energy saving, demand for operators who can handle advanced automation and process optimization technologies will increase.
Personality Traits
Cautious / Good cooperativeness / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Career Path
Operator → Shift Leader → Process Manager → Production Engineer → Plant Manager
Required Skills
Machine Inspection and Maintenance / Plant Equipment Operation / Process Control (Temperature/Pressure) / Quality Control / Safety and Health Management
Recommended Skills
Chemical Analysis / Data Monitoring / Environmental Regulation Compliance / PLC Automatic Control
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because attention is needed to not miss minute changes in process management. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Due to heavy labor, long hours of standing work, and night shifts. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Because daily tasks involve carrying out standardized processes. |
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