Textile Machinery Repair Worker
せんいきかいしゅうりこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A technical job that inspects, maintains, and repairs textile production equipment such as looms and knitting machines to maintain and restore machine operation.
Description
Textile machinery repair workers perform regular inspections, fault diagnosis, repairs, and adjustments on textile manufacturing equipment such as looms, knitting machines, and dyeing machines. They use tools and measuring instruments to detect part wear or distortion, and carry out bearing replacements, gear adjustments, electrical circuit repairs, etc. They minimize production line downtime, comply with safety standards, and are also responsible for maintenance based on preventive maintenance plans.
Future Outlook
With the progress of automation and high efficiency in the textile industry, there is stable demand for technicians with advanced maintenance skills. The role of maintenance engineers will become even more important with the introduction of IoT and predictive maintenance technologies.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Field Maintenance / Night Shifts / On-site Work / Shift Work
Career Path
Apprentice (Assistant) → Textile Machinery Repair Worker → Senior Maintenance Engineer → Equipment Maintenance Department Leader → Maintenance Manager
Required Skills
Basic Electrical Circuits / Basic Knowledge of Bearings and Gears / Bearing Replacement Technology / Measuring Instrument Operation / Tool Operation
Recommended Skills
PLC Control / Preventive Maintenance / Reading English Technical Documents / Sensor and Motor Control
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Essential for identifying failure causes and logically constructing repair procedures. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Necessary to accurately work without missing wear or abnormalities in fine parts. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Physical strength is needed for handling heavy parts and long hours of on-site work. |
| Problem Solving | Advanced problem-solving skills are required for diagnosing failure causes and selecting repair methods. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Not much needed as it follows basic maintenance procedures. |
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- Machine Maintenance Skills Certification
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