Stain remover worker (Cleaning industry)
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Service Occupations
- Middle : Bathing Facility and Cleaning Service Occupations
- Minor : Laundry and Dry Cleaning Workers
Summary
A profession that treats stains and dirt on clothing and textile products using specialized chemicals and techniques to restore them to their original state.
Description
The stain remover worker analyzes various stains and dirt attached to clothing and fabric products, selects chemicals and solvents according to the material and nature of the stain, and processes them. Performs pre-treatment such as bleaching and solvent cleaning, and as needed, conducts stain removal by hand or with dedicated machines. After work, checks quality and collaborates with pressing and finishing processes to complete the product. Requires safe management of chemicals and material knowledge, with meticulous attention to detail and problem-solving skills being important.
Future Outlook
Demand for cleaning of diverse clothing and high-value-added products remains stable. Amid advancing automation, the value of advanced manual stain removal techniques is high.
Personality Traits
Dexterous with hands and good at detailed work / High concentration / Patient
Work Style
Factory work / Full-time employee / Night shift / Part-time available / Shift work
Career Path
Stain removal worker apprentice → Stain removal worker → Team leader → Factory manager → Quality control staff
Required Skills
Handling chemical solvents / Material knowledge / Pre-treatment technique / Stain removal technique / Washing equipment operation
Recommended Skills
Basic knowledge of material chemistry / Color certification / Machine maintenance
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because it is necessary to accurately process minute dirt without missing it. |
| Problem Solving | Because the ability to handle unknown stains and engage in trial and error is required. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because complex calculations are few and numerical management is simple. |
Related Qualifications
- Cleaning technician
Aliases
- Stain removal worker
Related Jobs
- Cleaning worker
- Dyeing worker
- Finishing worker
- Pressing worker