Polyurethane Manufacturing Worker (Chemical Industry)
ぽりうれたんせいぞうこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A manufacturing job handling everything from raw material blending for polyurethane, polymerization reactions, molding, post-processing, to quality inspection.
Description
Polyurethane manufacturing workers measure and blend raw materials such as polyols and isocyanates, and control polymerization reactions using reaction equipment. They perform post-processing such as defoaming and cutting in the foaming and curing processes using molding machines and foaming equipment, and inspect the final product quality. Monitoring and maintenance of manufacturing equipment, compliance with safety and hygiene, and creation of manufacturing records are also important tasks.
Future Outlook
With increasing demand for insulation materials for automobiles and building materials, demand for polyurethane manufacturing is stable or showing a gentle upward trend. Advanced production technologies are required for responding to environmental regulations and developing energy-saving products.
Personality Traits
Good cooperativeness / High safety awareness / Meticulous / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Career Path
Operator → Team Leader/Leader → Manufacturing Manager → Factory Manager → Production Technology Engineer
Required Skills
Quality Inspection / Raw Material Weighing and Blending / Reaction Equipment Operation / Safety and Health Management / Temperature and Pressure Management
Recommended Skills
Automatic Control Knowledge / Equipment Maintenance / PLC Operation / Statistical Analysis
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | High precision is required in raw material blending and quality inspection. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Physical stamina is required for standing work, raw material transportation, etc. |
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Aliases
- Polyurethane Operator
- Urethane Manufacturing Worker
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