Weft Winder (Textile Manufacturing)
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Worker who winds weft yarn (horizontal yarn) in the textile manufacturing process to prepare bobbins or beams for loom supply.
Description
Weft winders set weft yarn on the winding machine in the fabric manufacturing line, creating bobbins or beams while adjusting winding speed and tension. Based on production plans, they handle various types of yarn, inspecting yarn condition and quality. They perform machine inspections and simple maintenance, conducting troubleshooting when abnormalities occur. To maintain and improve production efficiency and quality, they collaborate with the team to comply with work standards and propose improvements.
Future Outlook
Due to the contraction of the domestic textile industry and advances in automation, the number of workers is on a decreasing trend. However, there may be continued demand for personnel with technology and quality management skills for high-value-added products.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Career Path
Weft Winder → Team Leader → Process Manager → Production Manager → Factory Manager
Required Skills
Fiber Winding Machine Operation / Quality Inspection / Tension Control
Recommended Skills
5S Activities / Machine Maintenance Knowledge / Quality Control Techniques (QC)
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Accuracy is required to detect subtle changes in yarn condition or tension. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Mainly simple tasks with little need for advanced logical analysis. |
| Creativity & Ideation | Mostly repetitive work following established methods, with little demand for new ideas. |
| Initiative & Leadership | Work is primarily progressed based on instructions. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Measurement of length and yarn count is required, but advanced mathematical analysis is not needed. |
| Planning & Organization | Work procedures follow process plans, with few opportunities for self-planning. |
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