Blending Preparer (Synthetic Detergent Manufacturing)
はいごうちょうせいこう（ごうせいせんざいせいぞう）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
An industrial job that weighs and mixes raw materials for synthetic detergents, operates manufacturing equipment to produce products, and ensures stable production while managing quality and safety.
Description
The Blending Preparer (Synthetic Detergent Manufacturing) is a job that accurately weighs raw materials such as surfactants, auxiliaries, and solvents for synthetic detergents, and operates stirring devices and reaction kettles to mix and react according to prescribed recipes. During manufacturing, it monitors temperature, stirring speed, pH, viscosity, etc., and conducts quality inspections. It is also responsible for cleaning and maintaining manufacturing equipment, checking safety devices, and safety and health management is important since it handles chemical substances. Manufacturing lines often operate 24 hours a day on a shift system, so night shifts and rotating shifts are performed.
Future Outlook
Demand for household and commercial detergents is stable, but technical skills are required to address reduced environmental impact and higher functionality. Additionally, as production automation and labor reduction progress, demand for personnel with equipment knowledge and quality control capabilities is expected to remain steady to a certain extent.
Personality Traits
High safety awareness / Meticulous / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Career Path
Manufacturing Operator → Group Leader → Manufacturing Leader → Manufacturing Manager → Factory Manager
Required Skills
Equipment Inspection and Maintenance / Quality Inspection / Raw Material Loading/Unloading Work / Stirring Device Operation / Weighing Scale Operation
Recommended Skills
Data Recording / Forklift Operation / Hazardous Materials Handling / Hygiene Management
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | High accuracy is required for weighing trace components and quality control. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Physical stamina is needed due to long hours of standing work and handling heavy objects. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Since blending ratios are based on predetermined recipes, originality is not particularly required. |
Related Qualifications
- Forklift Operation Skills Training
- Hazardous Materials Handler (Class B Type 4)
Aliases
- Detergent Compounder
- Synthetic Detergent Manufacturing Operator
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