Drawing Worker (Chemical Fiber Manufacturing)
えんてんこう（かがくせんいせいぞう）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Manufacturing job operating drawing equipment for chemical fiber undrawn yarn to adjust the yarn to specified strength and elongation. Also handles process management and quality inspection.
Description
Drawing Worker (Chemical Fiber Manufacturing) operates equipment that stretches chemical fiber undrawn yarn such as polyester and nylon between rollers to adjust strength and elongation. Monitors and adjusts process parameters such as temperature, speed ratio, and tension, and regularly samples for quality inspections like tensile tests. Also responsible for equipment inspection and maintenance, compliance with safety and health procedures, management of work records, and supporting stable production line operation. Often involves shift work, collaborating in teams to achieve efficient production.
Future Outlook
Advancement of automation and labor-saving technologies requires operators to upskill. While domestic manufacturing is declining, demand for high-value-added chemical fibers remains stable.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Career Path
Manufacturing Operator → Group Leader/Line Leader → Manufacturing Engineer (Production Technology) → Quality Control (QC) → Equipment Maintenance Engineer
Required Skills
Machine Operation (Drawing Equipment) / Process Parameter Management / Quality Inspection (Tensile Test) / Safety and Health Knowledge
Recommended Skills
Chemical Substance Handling Knowledge / Maintenance Inspection / PLC Control / Statistical Process Control
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because fine parameter adjustments directly impact quality. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Centered on routine process management and operations, creativity is not particularly required. |
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