Thread Winding Worker (Paper Yarn Manufacturing)
いとくりこう（しょうせんしせいぞう）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
This occupation uses pulp as raw material, processes cellulose solution with chemicals, solidifies and stretches it using a spinning machine to manufacture regenerated cellulose fiber (paper yarn).
Description
The Thread Winding Worker (Paper Yarn Manufacturing) is a specialist who manufactures regenerated cellulose fibers from wood pulp and similar materials. Chemicals are added to the raw pulp to prepare a viscous solution, which is then formed into thin fibers using a spinning machine (spinner) and solidified in a coagulation bath. Subsequently, it undergoes stretching, washing, bleaching, and drying processes, and the paper yarn is prepared using a winding device. Important duties also include maintenance and inspection of production line machinery, quality inspection, safety and health management, and prompt responses to troubles.
Future Outlook
Although domestic fiber production is on a declining trend, there is a need to maintain and improve high-quality paper yarn manufacturing technology in response to increasing demand for environmentally considerate and high-functional fibers. The adoption of automation and IoT technologies is progressing, making the succession of skilled workers' techniques a challenge.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Career Path
Manufacturing Staff → Production Line Leader → Process Manager → Quality Control → Production Engineering Engineer
Required Skills
Machine Maintenance and Inspection / Process Monitoring / Quality Inspection / Safety and Health Knowledge / Spinning Machine Operation
Recommended Skills
Cellulose Chemistry / Forklift Operation / Machine Maintenance / Statistical Quality Control
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | To detect subtle changes in conditions that affect fiber quality and make precise adjustments. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Due to long hours of standing work and handling heavy materials. |
| Problem Solving | Quick cause identification and countermeasures are required during spinning machine troubles or quality defects. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Manufacturing processes are standardized, with adherence to procedures valued more than creative thinking. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Advanced mathematical analysis is minimal, mainly involving basic reading of measurement values. |
Related Qualifications
- Forklift Operation Skills Training Completion
Aliases
- Paper Yarn Worker
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