Outer Cable Worker

あうたーけーぶるこう

Industry & Occupation

Engineering & Manufacturing

Classification

Summary

Outer Cable Workers perform outer sheath covering on electric wires and cables. They operate extrusion molding machines to apply resins such as PVC or PE to cables and manage quality.

Description

Outer Cable Workers use extrusion molding machines to apply outer sheaths (jackets) to cables composed of copper wires or synthetic fibers. They adjust the extruder's temperature, screw rotation speed, and line speed, solidify the resin in cooling tanks afterward, and measure and inspect the covering thickness and surface condition. They perform daily machine inspections and cleaning, emergency responses in case of troubles, safety device checks, and record management. Working on factory production lines requires high precision and stable quality.

Future Outlook

With the advancement of automation and IoT in wire and cable manufacturers, there is demand for advanced production line control technicians. The demand for highly skilled workers with expertise will remain stable due to increasing needs for high-performance cables for electric vehicles and renewable energy.

Personality Traits

Cautious / High Concentration / Strong Sense of Responsibility

Work Style

Day and Night Shifts / Factory Work / Shift Work

Career Path

Production Line Operator → Line Leader → Production Management → Quality Management → Factory Manager

Required Skills

Covering Thickness Measurement / Extrusion Molding Machine Operation / Machine Inspection and Maintenance / Quality Inspection Records / Safety Management

Recommended Skills

Electrical Knowledge (Basic) / Forklift Operation / Machine Maintenance (Basic) / Understanding Material Properties

Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)

Item Description
Attention to Detail & Accuracy Because high precision is required for the thickness and uniformity of cable coverings.
Physical Stamina & Endurance Due to long hours of standing work and handling heavy cables.

Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)

Item Description
Creativity & Ideation Creativity is not highly required as it involves following set procedures.

Aliases

  • Cable Covering Worker

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