Aging Worker (Electron Tube Manufacturing)
えーじんぐこう（でんしかんせいぞう）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Aging workers are responsible for the task of energizing and heating completed electron tubes for a certain period in electron tube manufacturing to stabilize their performance and evaluate reliability.
Description
Aging workers set completed electron tubes from the manufacturing line into dedicated aging equipment, apply specified voltage and current, and operate them for a certain period. They manage conditions such as temperature and humidity, record data like current and voltage using measuring instruments, and determine the presence of defects. If abnormalities are found, they remove them as defective products and provide feedback for quality improvement based on the records. The work is mainly routine, but responses to data fluctuations and equipment troubles are required.
Future Outlook
Although the vacuum tube market is shrinking, demand remains in audio equipment and special applications. It is expected that aging operations will become more efficient through the introduction of automation and labor-saving technologies.
Personality Traits
High Concentration / Meticulous / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Career Path
Aging Operator → Quality Control Staff → Production Engineer → Manufacturing Line Supervisor
Required Skills
Basic Quality Control Knowledge / Equipment Operation (Safety Management) / Manual Understanding / Measuring Instrument Operation
Recommended Skills
Basic Electronic Circuit Knowledge / Data Analysis / English (Reading Instruction Manuals)
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | High attention is required for determining minute performance differences and detecting abnormalities. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Communication Skills | Because there is little coordination within the team and work is mainly done independently. |
| Creativity & Ideation | Because routine tasks are the main focus. |
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