Woven Felt Worker
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A job that processes fibers such as wool using looms or pressurizing and heating devices to manufacture felt fabric.
Description
Woven felt workers use fiber materials such as wool to manufacture felt fabric using looms, needle punch machines, and heating/pressurizing machines. They handle everything from raw material feeding to machine operation and adjustment, drying, and finishing processes, managing product uniformity, thickness, and strength. The work is centered on production lines, and quality inspection and machine maintenance are also important tasks.
Future Outlook
With the contraction of the domestic textile industry, the number of practitioners is decreasing. However, there is continued demand for the production of high-value-added products and special-purpose felts.
Personality Traits
Dexterous hands, good at detailed work / Meticulous / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Career Path
Line Operator → Line Leader → Process Manager → Production Management → Factory Manager
Required Skills
Basic Machine Maintenance Knowledge / Loom Operation / Quality Inspection / Understanding of Fiber Raw Material Properties
Recommended Skills
Production Process Management / Safety and Health Knowledge / Troubleshooting
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because attention is needed for fiber uniformity and quality checks. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because it requires physical stamina for standing work and machine operation. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Since it is production line work, accuracy is emphasized more than creativity. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | There are few complex calculations. |
Aliases
- Felt Artisan
- Felt Manufacturing Worker
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