Aluminum Extrusion Machine Operator
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Operators who operate aluminum extrusion machines to perform extrusion molding of aluminum products.
Description
Aluminum extrusion machine operators heat raw aluminum billets in a heating furnace to the appropriate temperature and extrude them through dies to form products with the desired cross-sectional shapes. Operators perform heating furnace and extrusion machine operations, temperature and pressure measurements, die attachment/detachment and adjustments, dimensional inspections of molded products, quality control, daily report recording, etc. They also conduct simple equipment maintenance and cleaning, safety inspections, and participate in work improvement activities such as 5S. There is a lot of standing work in high-temperature environments, and with accumulated experience, they are expected to make suggestions for improving production efficiency and product quality.
Future Outlook
While automation and labor reduction progress, the demand for skilled workers continues due to needs for special shapes and high-precision products. As part of smart factory initiatives utilizing IoT and AI, advanced equipment operation skills are required.
Personality Traits
Cooperative / High concentration / Meticulous / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Career Path
Operator → Senior Operator → Leader/Team Leader → Process Management → Production Engineering
Required Skills
Die Handling / Manufacturing Equipment Operation / Precision Measuring Instrument Operation / Temperature and Pressure Management
Recommended Skills
5S Improvement Activities / Machine Maintenance / Quality Control (QC Techniques) / Safety and Health Knowledge
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because detailed management such as pressure and temperature control directly impacts quality. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because there is a lot of standing work in high-temperature environments, requiring physical stamina. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Because accurate execution of procedures is required more than creative thinking. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because advanced mathematical analysis is minimal, and basic measurements suffice. |
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