Rope Mender
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A machine operator who ties back broken warp threads on the loom, etc., to ensure continuous production of woven fabric.
Description
The rope mender is a specialist who monitors and operates automatic looms in weaving factories, stops the loom when warp threads break, joins the broken thread ends, and re-threads them. To maintain fabric quality and ensure production efficiency, in addition to machine operation, they perform thread tying techniques, quality confirmation through visual inspection, and simple machine maintenance. Quick and accurate responses are required depending on production volume and weave patterns, with long hours of standing work being the main focus.
Future Outlook
With the advancement and automation of automatic looms progressing, the workload is on a decreasing trend. Skill expansion through machine maintenance and multi-skilling is required.
Personality Traits
Dexterous Hands, Good at Fine Work / High Concentration / Patient
Work Style
Career Path
Rope Mender → Loom Operator → Warping Worker → Factory Leader → Production Management
Required Skills
Loom Operation / Machine Maintenance / Thread Tying Technique / Visual Inspection
Recommended Skills
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because attention is required to not miss fine thread breaks or snags. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Physical stamina is needed to endure long hours of standing work and repetitive tasks. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Centered on simple tasks, logical thinking is not particularly required. |
| Creativity & Ideation | Many routine tasks, creativity is not particularly needed. |
| Initiative & Leadership | Tends to perform tasks following instructions. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Almost no calculation work, numerical skills can be low. |
Related Qualifications
- Textile Manufacturing Technician
Related Jobs
- Cloth Inspector
- Dyer
- Loom Operator
- Warping Worker