Blacksmith Furnace Operator
かじそうろこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Manufacturing technician who operates forging furnaces and processes metal materials heated to high temperatures.
Description
Blacksmith furnace operators are specialists who operate gas furnaces, electric furnaces, and similar equipment used in forging processes to heat metal materials to appropriate temperatures. The heated materials are then hammered or pressed with hammers or press machines to shape them into specified forms and dimensions. Main duties include safety management in high-temperature environments, furnace inspection and maintenance, and temperature control. Skills and experience are required to maintain product quality.
Future Outlook
Demand for forging in automotive parts and industrial machinery remains stable, but skill succession due to aging is a challenge. Introduction of labor-saving and automation technologies is possible.
Personality Traits
Dexterous hands and good at detailed work / Good team player / Patient / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Career Path
Apprentice Blacksmith → Forging Worker / Furnace Operator → Leader (Process Manager) → Manufacturing Site Manager → Technical Instructor
Required Skills
Furnace Temperature Management / Metal Forging Technology / Safety and Health Knowledge (High-Temperature Work)
Recommended Skills
Metallurgy / Press Machine and Hammer Operation Skills / Quality Control (Dimensional Inspection)
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Requires physical strength and endurance to continually handle heavy metal materials in high temperatures. |
| Stress Tolerance | Required to work calmly in high-temperature environments, noise, and heavy labor. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Low need for creative thinking as work follows manufacturing procedures and specifications. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Basic numerical comprehension is needed for furnace temperature management, but advanced quantitative analysis is not required. |
Related Qualifications
- Metal Heat Treatment Technician
Aliases
- Blacksmith
- Furnace Operator
Related Jobs
- Die Maker
- Forging Worker
- Foundry Worker