Annealing Worker
やきなましこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Specialist in metal heat treatment who heats and cools metal materials to remove internal stresses and soften the material.
Description
Annealing workers perform annealing (annealing) processes on metal products and parts for stress relief and softening. They set and monitor furnace temperature control, heating time, and cooling rate, and heat, hold, and cool materials according to specified processes. After processing, they inspect the metal structure and hardness to confirm quality. They also handle furnace inspection and maintenance, safety management, and record keeping. High safety awareness in high-temperature work environments and accurate process management are required.
Future Outlook
With the introduction of automation and IoT technologies, process management will become more advanced, and the demand for skilled technicians with specialized knowledge is expected to be maintained and expanded due to increasing quality requirements.
Personality Traits
High Concentration / Meticulous / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Factory Work / High-Temperature Environment Work / Shift Work / Team Work
Career Path
Annealing Worker / Metal Heat Treatment Worker → Process Leader → Quality Control Staff → Production Control → Manufacturing Engineering Design
Required Skills
Compliance with Safe Work Procedures / Furnace Operation and Temperature Control / Quality Inspection (Hardness Measurement and Metal Structure Observation) / Temperature Control
Recommended Skills
Basic Machine Maintenance Knowledge / Basic Welding and Cutting Knowledge / Data Recording / Quality Control Techniques (QC)
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because errors in temperature or time directly affect product quality. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Requires physical stamina due to handling heavy parts in high-temperature environments. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Mainly routine work, emphasizing strict adherence to procedures over creative thinking. |
Related Qualifications
- Metal Heat Treatment Technician (Grades 3 to 1)
Aliases
- Annealer
- Annealing Worker
- Heat Treatment Worker
Related Jobs
- Quenching Worker
- Surface Treatment Worker
- Tempering Worker