Tegus Manufacturing Worker (Natural Tussah Silk)
てぐすせいぞうこう（てんねんてんさんし）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Manufacturing occupation that produces tegus (strong threads) through processes such as spinning and twisting, using natural tussah silk thread as raw material.
Description
Tegus Manufacturing Worker (Natural Tussah Silk) is an occupation that manufactures tegus (fishing lines or industrial strong threads) using spinning machines, twisting machines, etc., with natural tussah silk threads as raw material. Main tasks include selection and pretreatment of raw materials, supplying raw yarn to machines, twisting and aligning, and inspection and adjustment of finished quality. Monitors the production line operation, performs simple machine maintenance, and maintains stable production. Products require high strength and uniform thickness, necessitating careful work and precise adjustments.
Future Outlook
Although demand is tending to shrink on a limited scale due to the spread of synthetic fibers, utilization in niche markets leveraging added value as a high-grade material is expected.
Personality Traits
Dexterous with hands and good at detailed work / Has cooperativeness / Has patience / Meticulous
Work Style
Career Path
Skilled Worker Apprentice → Tegus Manufacturing Worker → Group Leader/Leader → Manufacturing Leader → Factory Supervisor
Required Skills
Machine Inspection and Maintenance / Manual Dexterity / Spinning Machine Operation / Thread Quality Inspection
Recommended Skills
Chemical Processing / Fiber Science / Quality Control Techniques (QC)
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | To ensure uniformity in thread thickness and strength. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Because the processes are mainly standardized and originality is not required. |
| Initiative & Leadership | Because there is a lot of instruction-based work and little spontaneous action. |
Aliases
- Tussah Silk Thread Manufacturing Worker
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