Surfactant Manufacturing Worker
かいめんかっせいざいせいぞうこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A job that operates and monitors the manufacturing process of surfactants in a chemical plant, performing quality control and safety management.
Description
Surfactant manufacturing workers, in chemical plants, perform weighing and blending of raw materials, operation of plant equipment such as reaction vessels and distillation towers, sampling and analysis, etc., to produce surfactants as products. They maintain production efficiency and quality through monitoring and adjustment of process parameters, and proceed with operations while complying with safety procedures. In the event of trouble, they perform initial on-site response and recording, contributing to cause investigation and recurrence prevention.
Future Outlook
Surfactants have a wide range of applications in daily necessities, cosmetics, paints, etc., with stable demand continuing. Due to growing interest in environmental measures and sustainability, research and development of bio-derived surfactants is advancing, increasing the need for personnel capable of handling automation and advanced process management.
Personality Traits
Cautious / Excellent observation skills / Good team player / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Career Path
Operator → Shift leader → Process Engineer → Production Manager
Required Skills
Plant operation / Process parameter monitoring and adjustment / Raw material weighing and blending operation / Sample collection and analysis
Recommended Skills
Data analysis / PLC/SCADA operation / Process improvement / Quality control techniques (QC Seven Tools)
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because small concentration errors can have a significant impact on quality. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because physical strength is required for standing work and raw material handling. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Because adherence to procedures is required. |
Related Qualifications
- Hazardous Materials Handler (Ethyl Category 4)
Aliases
- Surfactant Manufacturing Worker
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