Synthetic Fiber Inspector
かがくせんいけんさこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A profession that inspects the physical and chemical properties of synthetic fiber products and evaluates their quality.
Description
Synthetic fiber inspectors evaluate the physical properties such as tensile strength, elongation, abrasion resistance, and thickness of fibers and fabrics, as well as chemical properties. After cutting out test pieces and performing pre-treatments, they operate various test equipment based on JIS or in-house standards to acquire data. They record and analyze the results, collaborate with quality control departments and manufacturing sites to determine product suitability, and make improvement proposals. Accurate measurement, record management, and equipment calibration and maintenance are required.
Future Outlook
Specialized testing techniques are required to meet the increasing sophistication and diversification of fiber products, and stable demand is expected against the backdrop of labor shortages.
Personality Traits
Excellent Observation Skills / Meticulous / Patient / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Day Shift / Factory Work / Shift Work / Standing Work / Team Work
Career Path
Inspector (Beginner) → Inspector (Advanced) → Quality Control Officer → Quality Assurance Leader → Manufacturing Manager
Required Skills
Abrasion Tester Operation / Data Recording and Analysis / Equipment Calibration / Microscope Observation / Tensile Tester Operation / Test Piece Preparation
Recommended Skills
Analytical Instrument Operation / English Literature Reading / Fiber Chemistry Knowledge / Statistical Analysis (QC Methods)
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because the accuracy of test results directly affects product quality. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Work is primarily based on standardized procedures. |
Related Qualifications
- Quality Control Certification
Aliases
- Fiber Inspector
- Synthetic Fiber Inspector
Related Jobs
- Chemical Product Inspector
- Materials Testing Technician
- Quality Control Officer