Music Listening Worker (CD Manufacturing)
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Quality inspector who listens to the sound quality of products on the CD manufacturing line and detects audio abnormalities and defects.
Description
Music Listening Worker (CD Manufacturing) is a job that involves listening in detail to sample discs produced on the CD manufacturing line using listening booths or headphones, and detecting sound quality abnormalities such as skips, noise, distortion, and press defects. Records inspection results and reports to the quality control department or press operators. Also performs calibration and maintenance of inspection equipment, and proposes improvements to inspection procedures. Requires operation of acoustic equipment and basic knowledge of quality control, with concentration and attention to detail being important.
Future Outlook
Although demand for CDs is declining, there remains a certain level of need for collector's items and high-quality products. Due to advances in automation and AI-based sound quality analysis technology, the role of listening workers is expected to shift toward data inspection.
Personality Traits
High Concentration / Patient / Sensitive Hearing
Work Style
Career Path
Manufacturing Line Staff → Quality Control Engineer → Line Leader → Quality Assurance Manager
Required Skills
Acoustic Equipment Operation / Basic Knowledge of Quality Control / Hearing Test / Report Writing
Recommended Skills
Audio Analysis / Basic Knowledge of Acoustic Technology / Spreadsheet Software
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Attention to detail is required to not miss minute audio abnormalities. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Because almost no new idea generation is required. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because quantitative analysis is hardly required. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because long hours of listening work require concentration rather than physical strength. |
Aliases
- Listening Tester
- Sound Quality Inspector
Related Jobs
- Mastering Engineer
- Press Operator
- Quality Control Engineer