Needle Worker (Felt Manufacturing)
にーどるこう（ふぇるとせいぞう）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A manufacturing job that operates needle punch machines to entangle animal hair or chemical fibers with needles to process them into felt.
Description
Needle Worker (Felt Manufacturing) is a job that uses needle punch machines to repeatedly punch raw fibers with needles, entangling the fibers to produce felt. Responsibilities include feeding raw materials into the machine, operating it, adjusting processing conditions, checking product thickness and density, finishing cuts, quality inspections, safety and health management, and machine inspections and maintenance. To stably produce high-quality felt products, fine adjustment skills and mechanical knowledge are required.
Future Outlook
With the advancement of automation and labor-saving, the demand for personnel with advanced machine operation and quality control skills is increasing, while the decrease in skilled workers is a challenge.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Career Path
Manufacturing Operator → Line Leader → Production Management → Factory Manager
Required Skills
Handling of Fiber Raw Materials / Machine Inspection and Maintenance / Needle Punch Machine Operation / Quality Control
Recommended Skills
Basic PC Operation / Machine Maintenance / Nonwoven Fabric Manufacturing / Safety and Health Management
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | High attention to detail is required to maintain uniform thickness and density of products. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Due to handling heavy raw materials and long hours of standing work. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Complex calculations are few, and it only involves basic numerical management. |
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