Nylon Yarn Extrusion Operator

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Industry & Occupation

Engineering & Manufacturing

Classification

Summary

This occupation involves operating and monitoring equipment that melts nylon raw materials and forms them into thin threads using an extruder, while maintaining product quality.

Description

Nylon yarn extrusion operators melt nylon resin at the appropriate temperature and then operate and monitor extruders that form it into thin fibers through dedicated dies (extrusion molds). Tasks include managing melting temperature and pressure, checking die conditions, and adjusting cooling and take-up devices. They measure product diameter and tension, fine-tuning the line to meet quality standards. They also perform initial responses to equipment abnormalities, create records, and report them. They support stable production through shift work, following safety rules and work procedures.

Future Outlook

The synthetic fiber market is stable, and with the advancement of labor-saving and automation technologies, skills in line optimization using IoT and data analysis are likely to be required in the future.

Personality Traits

High Concentration / Meticulous / Strong Sense of Responsibility

Work Style

Factory Work / Indoor Work / Night Shift / Shift Work

Career Path

Worker (Operator) → Group Leader/Leader → Manufacturing Line Manager → Production Engineering Engineer → Manufacturing Department Manager

Required Skills

Dimensional Measurement / Extruder Operation / Initial Response to Abnormalities / Management of Melting Temperature and Pressure / Record and Report Creation

Recommended Skills

Basic Knowledge of Machine Maintenance / Basic Knowledge of Quality Control

Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)

Item Description
Attention to Detail & Accuracy Because it is necessary to strictly manage product diameter and tension to maintain quality.
Problem Solving Because the ability to quickly identify and respond to line abnormalities is required.

Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)

Item Description
Creativity & Ideation Work procedures are predefined, with few opportunities for creative thinking.

Related Qualifications

  • Chemical Plant Manufacturing Technician
  • Hazardous Materials Handler Class B Type 4

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  • Filament Manufacturing Worker
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  • Synthetic Fiber Manufacturing Worker

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