Tobacco Production Equipment Operator
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
This occupation involves operating and monitoring machinery from raw material adjustment to forming and packaging on tobacco product production lines to maintain quality and production efficiency.
Description
Tobacco production equipment operators operate and manage various machinery for tobacco leaf handling, blending, heating, winding, and packaging. They set parameters at startup, monitor instruments such as temperature and pressure during operation to maintain quality. When abnormalities occur, they identify causes and perform adjustments or temporary stops according to procedures. They also handle regular cleaning and inspections, simple maintenance, create work records, and perform quality inspections. To improve manufacturing line efficiency and ensure safety and hygiene, they work in teams.
Future Outlook
Although demand for tobacco products is gradually declining, the need for personnel skilled in advanced machine maintenance and management remains stable due to the expansion of automation and quality control technologies.
Personality Traits
Excellent judgment / Good team player / Meticulous / Patient / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Factory work / Night shifts / Shift work / Standing work / Team work
Career Path
Tobacco Production Equipment Operator → Chief Operator → Equipment Maintenance Technician → Production Line Leader → Factory Production Manager
Required Skills
Compliance with Safety and Health Procedures / Machine Maintenance / Machine Operation and Monitoring / Quality Inspection Records / Reading Measuring Instruments
Recommended Skills
Basic Electrical and Mechanical Knowledge / Production Management System Operation / Quality Management / TPM Activities
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Essential to monitor details to maintain product quality. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Requires physical stamina due to long hours of standing work and handling heavy objects. |
| Problem Solving | Need to identify causes and respond quickly to machine troubles. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Requires following standardized procedures, so creative thinking is minimal. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Not required due to no need for advanced numerical analysis. |
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- Forklift Operation Skills Training
Aliases
- Tobacco Manufacturing Equipment Operator
- Tobacco Manufacturing Operator
- Tobacco Production Operator
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