Roving Worker
いとねりこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A manufacturing job in the process before turning natural fibers such as cotton and wool into yarn, involving uniform mixing and alignment of fibers and smoothing them with a roving machine.
Description
Roving workers feed raw fibers such as cotton and wool into machines, loosening and mixing the fibers to produce slivers (fiber bundles) that form the basis for yarn. Operators adjust machine operating conditions and tension, inspecting visually or with instruments to ensure uniform thickness and quality. They also handle regular machine cleaning, simple maintenance, and maintain a work environment compliant with safety and health standards.
Future Outlook
Although the domestic textile industry is shrinking, a certain level of demand may be maintained from the perspectives of high value-added products and technology inheritance.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Career Path
Roving Worker → Spinning Worker → Fiber Manufacturing Line Manager → Manufacturing Supervisor → Factory Manager
Required Skills
Machine Maintenance / Manufacturing Line Quality Control / Roving Machine Operation
Recommended Skills
Data Management / Machining Knowledge / Safety and Health Knowledge
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | High attention to detail is required to maintain uniform fiber quality. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Physical stamina is required for long hours of standing work and handling fibers. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Because routine procedural work is emphasized over idea generation. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Centered on machine operation rather than precise calculations. |
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