Textile Tester
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Job that evaluates and inspects the quality of textile products. Conducts various tests such as color difference, strength, dimensions, etc., to confirm if products meet standards and specifications.
Description
Textile testers are specialists responsible for quality control of textile products. They operate testing equipment to measure tensile strength, abrasion resistance, dimensional stability, color difference, etc., of textiles. They apply testing methods based on JIS or internal standards, organize and analyze test data to determine product pass/fail. If abnormalities are found, they collaborate with manufacturing departments to investigate causes and propose improvements. The work mainly involves standing in factories or testing rooms, requiring high attention to detail and specialized knowledge due to handling precision instruments.
Future Outlook
Stable demand is expected amid increasing product quality requirements, but automation and IoT technology introduction may improve testing process efficiency.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Career Path
Quality Control Staff → Quality Assurance Engineer → Quality Control Supervisor → Manufacturing Department Manager
Required Skills
Color Measurement / Data Organization / Dimensional and Strength Measurement / Testing Equipment Operation / Understanding of Quality Standards
Recommended Skills
Basic Chemistry and Physics Knowledge / Statistical Quality Control
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Precision is required to not miss minute defects. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Routine tasks are central, and creativity is not highly required. |
Aliases
- Textile Inspector
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