Keyword

Textile Winder

Yarn Twister

Fibre Manufacturer

The tasks a Synthetic Fibre Maker expected to perform include:

Tending the machine that forces specific liquid solution through fine holes into acid solidifying bath to form synthetic (chemical) textile filaments and winding them into untwisted threads

Starting the machine and catching the ends of filaments as they pass through acid bath

Bringing several ends together, passing them over the guide wheel and attaching them to spool, bobbin or similar winding device

Repeating the process with other filaments

Tying thread together when it breaks and replacing it

Filling the winding devices with empty ones

Knowledge of textile materials properties

Ability to start machines, monitor operation and make adjustments as needed

Adept at tending machines with multiple winding units that wind thread onto shuttle bobbins for use on sewing machines

Well-versed with placing bobbins on spindles and inserting spindles into bobbin-winding machines

Proficiency in using air hoses, cleaning solutions, rags, oilcans and grease guns for cleaning, oiling, and lubricating machines

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Knowledge of operating machine with centrifugal arrangement for drawing and piling thread into special boxes

Ability to follow instructions

Good observation skills

Calm and composed

Problem-solving skills

Good hand-eye co-ordination

Ability to focus for long hours

Physically fit

Ability to work independently

It requires one to be on their toes

Need not handle a team

Local travelling is not a part of job role

Part-time work and contractual jobs are available in some cities

Work from home option is not available

Working hours

Factories usually work for 5/6 days a week for 9/10 hours everyday. This may vary from factory to factory

Shift system maybe available

Is the job suitable for a candidate with special needs
Maybe

This job is considered to be mildly hazardous or dangerous

Health risks may include standing for long hours, exposure to dust, etc.

Occupational hazards may include fatigue, musculoskeletal injuries, dizziness, headache, skin disease, acid burns, minor cuts, allergies, stress, fever, etc.

For freshers - INR 110 to INR 223 per day

For candidates with 1-2 years of experience or more - INR 180 to INR 320 per day

(These figures are indicative and subject to change)

Overview of the Chemical & Petrochemical Sector in India

Global chemical market size was estimated at USD 3.9 trillion in 2013 and is expected to grow at 3-4% per annum over the next 5 years to reach USD 4.7 trillion by 2018. India currently accounts for approximately 3% of the world chemical market. The Indian chemical and petrochemical industry expanded in 2013 despite weakness in key export markets and subdued growth in the domestic market. The Indian chemical and petrochemical industry currently stands at USD 118 billion and is expected to grow at a CAGR of 8% for the next five years.

Bulk chemicals form the largest sub-segment of Indian chemical industry with 40% market share whereas the specialty chemical with 19% market share is the fastest growing segment. Together, Gujarat, Maharashtra and Uttar Pradesh account for more than 50% of Gross Value Add (GVA) and Gross Output of the chemical and petrochemical industry in India.

The petrochemicals industry is a significant industry for the Indian economy. The growth of this industry is closely linked to economic growth of a country. Today, petrochemical products permeate the entire spectrum of daily use items and cover almost every sphere of life like clothing, housing, construction, furniture, automobiles, household items, agriculture, horticulture, irrigation, packaging, medical appliances, electronics and electrical etc. The Indian petrochemical market has grown at a CAGR of 11% from USD 19.3 billion in FY11 to USD 24 billion in FY13. The demand for basic petrochemicals and end products petrochemicals is expected to grow at a CAGR of 10% to reach 16 MMTPA and 19.5 million tonnes by FY18 respectively.

The current per capita consumption of products of chemical industry in India is about 1/10th of the world average. The low per capita consumption across industries and segments and strong growth outlook for the key end use are the key growth drivers for the chemical and petrochemical industry in India.

Chemical and petrochemical industry is a human resource intensive industry and hence employs a large number of people across the world. Currently the industry provides employment to about 1 million people in India. With the growing demand, the manufacture and marketing of chemicals will continue to offer substantial employment opportunities both for skilled and unskilled persons. The industry also generates indirect employment for the chemicals, engineering, packaging and transport industry. With the additional emphasis on exports, there will be new opportunities in logistics and marketing as well. As the industry grows, so will the job opportunities for Synthetic Fibre Maker.

Textile manufacturing companies across India

Towns and cities across India

Will be updated

Annamalai Polytechnic College, Tamil Nadu

E.I.T Polytechnic College, Tamil Nadu

Dattajirao Kadam Textile & Engineering Institute, Ichalkaranji, Maharashtra

Institute of Textile Technology, Chennai