Paper Cotton Manufacturing Worker
かみめんせいぞうこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Manufacturing operations that produce fibrous paper cotton using woody pulp as raw material. Responsible for everything from feeding, forming, drying, inspection, to packaging.
Description
Paper cotton manufacturing workers produce cotton-like fiber materials called paper cotton using wood pulp as raw material. They perform mechanical operations for each process from feeding raw pulp, bleaching, slurry adjustment, fiber formation in forming machines, drying, cutting, to packaging. They also monitor production lines, conduct quality inspections, initial response to abnormalities, safety and health management, and equipment inspection and maintenance. High attention to detail is required to detect minute abnormalities, and technology and physical strength to support stable production are needed.
Future Outlook
With increasing demand for sanitary paper products and filters, the demand for specialized operation technicians will remain stable. Personnel reduction due to labor-saving and automation is expected to progress.
Personality Traits
Meticulous / Physically Fit / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Career Path
Manufacturing Operator → Line Leader → Group Leader → Production Management → Factory Manager
Required Skills
Basic Chemical Knowledge / Machine Operation / Papermaking Process Knowledge / Quality Inspection / Safety and Health Knowledge
Recommended Skills
English Document Reading / Machine Maintenance / PLC Control / Statistical Quality Control
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because attention is needed to not miss minute abnormalities in quality inspections. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because physical stamina is required for long hours of standing work and handling heavy objects. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Because the processes are routine and there are few new ideas. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because only basic numerical management such as weighing is required. |
Related Qualifications
- Forklift Operation Skills
- Hazardous Materials Handler Class B
- Papermaking Skills Proficiency
Aliases
- Pulp Cotton Manufacturing Worker
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- Paper Processing Worker
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