Acid Pickling Worker (Plating Industry)
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A manufacturing job that cleans the surface of metal parts with acid solution to prepare the state before plating. Also handles management of acid solutions, equipment operation, safety and hygiene, and environmental conservation.
Description
Acid pickling workers remove scale, dirt, grease, etc., from metal surfaces using acid solutions to prepare the surface before plating. They perform dilution and adjustment of acid solutions, temperature control, and control of processing time, as well as quality inspections and determination of defective products. Ensuring a safe work environment and neutralization treatment of drainage and waste liquids are also important tasks for environmental conservation. The work is often performed as part of a manufacturing line on a shift basis.
Future Outlook
In the future, while automation and robot introduction will advance, demand for skilled workers with high-quality surface treatment technology is expected to continue. With strengthening environmental regulations, knowledge of waste liquid treatment and safety management will become even more important.
Personality Traits
Attentive / High safety awareness / Patient / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Career Path
Manufacturing staff (acid pickling in charge) → Plating worker → Quality control → Process manager → Production engineer → Factory manager
Required Skills
Acid solution dilution and adjustment / Bath equipment operation / Quality inspection / Safety and health management / Waste liquid treatment / pH and concentration measurement
Recommended Skills
Basic chemical knowledge / Environmental regulation compliance / Lean production system / Production management / Work procedure manual creation
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because concentration control and fine adjustments to processing time directly affect quality. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Requires physical stamina for long hours of standing work and handling heavy objects. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Mainly follows prescribed procedures, with little creativity required. |
Related Qualifications
- Hazardous Materials Handler, Class B Type 4
- Plating Technician (Grade 1・2)
Aliases
- Acid Pickling Operator
- Surface Treatment Worker
Related Jobs
- Metal Polishing Worker
- Painting Worker
- Plating Worker
- Welder