Bluing Worker (Wire Drawing)
ぶるーいんぐこう（しんせん）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Manufacturing technician who passes metal materials through a die to draw them into wire material, achieving the specified diameter, shape, and surface quality.
Description
Bluing Worker (Wire Drawing) sets metal rod material in the wire drawing machine and performs drawing processing through a die to reduce the wire diameter and achieve uniform thickness and surface quality. After processing, checks diameter and roundness using dimensional measuring instruments, and performs finishing such as polishing or heat treatment as necessary. Also handles equipment maintenance, setup changes, tool (die) replacement, lubrication management, etc., to maintain high precision and stable production.
Future Outlook
With technologies adapting to material diversification and higher precision requirements, and advances in automation and labor reduction using IoT, there is demand for advanced wire drawing technicians who integrate traditional skills with digital technologies.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Career Path
Skilled Worker → Group Leader/Leader → Manufacturing Process Management → Production Engineering → Quality Management
Required Skills
Die Replacement Adjustment / Lubrication Management / Metallurgy / Quality Inspection / Wire Drawing Machine Operation
Recommended Skills
5S Activities and Kaizen Activities / Basic CAD Knowledge / Preventive Maintenance / Surface Treatment Technology
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because strict control of wire dimensions and surface quality is required. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because there is a lot of prolonged standing work and handling of heavy materials. |
Related Qualifications
- Crane Operator (Small Crane)
- Forklift Operation Training
Aliases
- Wire Drawing Worker
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