Oxidation Worker (Dyeing)
さんかこう（せんしょく）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Oxidation workers (dyeing) perform processing to color textile products using dyes and chemical agents.
Description
Oxidation workers (dyeing) are specialized technicians who perform dyeing processes on textile products after pre-treatments such as scouring and bleaching, using dyes. They operate batch or continuous dyeing machines, managing temperature, pH, and dye concentration to produce products with uniform color without unevenness. They also handle post-dyeing washing, fixation, and finishing processes, and perform quality control using color difference meters and visual inspections. Since they handle chemical agents and organic solvents, knowledge of workplace safety management and wastewater treatment is required.
Future Outlook
Due to the overseas relocation of domestic textile manufacturing and strengthening of environmental regulations, demand for traditional dyeing workers is declining. However, technicians with special dyeing or environmentally friendly processing technologies are expected to have steady demand.
Personality Traits
Dexterous with hands and good at detailed work / High concentration / Meticulous / Patient
Work Style
Factory Work / Full-time / Indoor Work / Line Work / Shift Work
Career Path
Apprentice Dyeing Worker → Skilled Dyeing Worker → Process Leader → Production Management → Factory Manager
Required Skills
Dye Formulation / Dyeing Machine Operation / Handling of Chemicals and Dyes / Quality Inspection (Color Difference Measurement and Visual) / pH and Temperature Management
Recommended Skills
Color Science / Dye Chemistry / Environmental Regulation Knowledge (Wastewater Treatment) / Safety and Health Management (Organic Solvent Handling)
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because it is necessary to detect and adjust subtle color differences and dyeing unevenness. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Due to long hours of standing work and handling heavy objects. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Creativity is rarely exercised as it mostly follows existing recipes. |
Related Qualifications
- Organic Solvent Work Supervisor
- Textile Product Dyeing Technician
Aliases
- Dyeing Worker
- Fabric Dyer
- Fiber Dyeing Technician
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- Finishing Worker
- Scouring Worker
- Warping Worker
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