Silk Reeling Worker (Raw Silk Manufacturing)
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A manufacturing job that cooks and humidifies cocoons, operates a reeling machine to draw out raw silk, and winds it up.
Description
The silk reeling worker cooks and humidifies cocoons obtained from sericulture, uses a reeling machine to draw raw silk from the cocoons, and winds it up at a constant tension. Manages temperature and humidity, adjusts reeling speed and thread tension to maintain uniform raw silk quality. Inspects for quality abnormalities during the process and performs simple maintenance and inspections in case of machine trouble.
Future Outlook
The domestic raw silk production industry has seen a decline in workers due to automation and overseas relocation, but there remains steady demand for high-quality raw silk and traditional methods, with continued expectations for personnel with specialized skills.
Personality Traits
Attentive / Dexterous hands and skilled in fine work / Patient
Work Style
Career Path
Junior Silk Reeling Worker → Senior Silk Reeling Worker → Manufacturing Line Leader → Production Engineer → Quality Control Engineer
Required Skills
Boiling and Humidification Process Management / Reeling Machine Operation / Temperature and Humidity Management / Thread Tension Adjustment
Recommended Skills
Basic Knowledge of Fiber Materials / Machine Maintenance / Quality Management / Safety and Health Management
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Attention to detail is required to detect subtle abnormalities that affect raw silk quality. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Physical stamina is required for long hours of standing work and handling heavy cocoons. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | The process is standardized, and creative thinking is not particularly required. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Only simple measurements and speed management are needed; advanced mathematical analysis is not required. |
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