Pulp Recovery Worker
ぱるぷかいしゅうこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
This occupation involves collecting unused pulp and slurry generated in the papermaking process, adjusting them into a form suitable for reuse or disposal processing, and transporting them.
Description
Pulp recovery workers are responsible for minimizing pulp losses occurring in the papermaking process and recovering it in a reusable state as raw material. Specifically, they collect slurry-like pulp residue using pumps and screens, reduce the moisture content with dehydrators, and process it into a form suitable for compression and transportation. In addition, they are required to monitor machine operations, perform regular inspections, provide initial responses to equipment troubles, manage quality, create work records, and comply with safety and health regulations. Line work and shift work are common, involving a lot of standing work and handling heavy objects, which requires physical stamina and concentration.
Future Outlook
With strengthening environmental regulations and increasing emphasis on recycling, the importance of papermaking process efficiency and resource circulation is growing. In the future, the ability to handle operation optimization using automation and IoT, as well as predictive maintenance technologies, will be required.
Personality Traits
Cautious / High Concentration / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Career Path
Operator Leader → Manufacturing Supervisor → Factory Production Management → Equipment Maintenance Engineer
Required Skills
Compliance with Safety and Health Regulations / Measurement Instrument Operation / Papermaking Machine Operation / Pump and Piping System Handling
Recommended Skills
Basic Knowledge of Machine Maintenance / Crane Operator / Forklift Driving Skills
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because overlooking subtle changes in moisture content or machine vibrations can lead to quality degradation or equipment failure. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Due to handling heavy objects and prolonged standing work. |
| Problem Solving | The ability to quickly identify the cause and respond during machine clogs or abnormalities is required. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Mainly routine tasks, creativity is not particularly required. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Complex calculations are minimal; it is sufficient to check the machine's indicated values. |
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