Roving Worker (Glass Fiber Manufacturing)
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A job that manufactures fibrous bundles (roving) from molten glass fiber, operates manufacturing equipment, and performs quality control.
Description
Roving workers (glass fiber manufacturing) draw high-temperature molten glass into thin fibers, apply twisting or coating while continuously bundling it to produce roving. They are mainly responsible for operating roving machines, managing raw glass materials, setting and replacing spools, inspecting product dimensions and appearance, cleaning and maintaining machines, recording manufacturing data, etc. Stable operation of the production line and quality maintenance are required, and safety management and environmental considerations are also important.
Future Outlook
While stable demand is expected due to the expansion of composite material needs, automation and IoT-driven smart factory transformations are advancing, requiring advanced operation and maintenance skills.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Factory Work / Safety Management / Shift Work / Standing Work
Career Path
Roving Operator → Team Leader → Production Engineering Position → Quality Control Position → Manufacturing Site Manager
Required Skills
Machine Maintenance Inspection / Quality Inspection (Appearance/Dimensions) / Roving Machine Operation / Safety and Health Knowledge
Recommended Skills
Basic PC Operation / Data Recording and Analysis / Equipment Maintenance Knowledge / Production Management
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Attention to detail is necessary to not miss subtle differences in dimensions or appearance, as it directly affects product quality. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because it requires long hours of standing work and work in high-temperature environments. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Creativity requirements are relatively low, such as in process improvements. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Daily numerical management is limited, and advanced mathematical analysis is not required. |
Aliases
- Glass Fiber Roving Operator
- Roving Machine Operator
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