Cable Manufacturing Worker (Wire Rope Manufacturing)
けーぶるせいぞうこう（わいやろーぷせいぞう）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A job that manufactures wire ropes and cables by drawing out metal wires and performing processes such as stranding and braiding.
Description
Cable Manufacturing Workers (Wire Rope Manufacturing) draw steel wires or metal wires to a specified thickness, strand or braid multiple strands to manufacture wire ropes and cables. They handle production line startup, machine setup, adjustments to speed and tension, inspections of product dimensions and tensile strength, and quality control using measuring instruments to prevent defects. They also perform equipment inspections, simple maintenance, and installation of replacement parts, requiring knowledge and physical strength for safe operations.
Future Outlook
There is stable demand in the construction industry, infrastructure maintenance, and logistics sectors. Amid the introduction of labor-saving and automation technologies, the succession of skills from skilled workers is a challenge.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Career Path
Junior Operator → Senior Operator → Line Leader → Manufacturing Manager → Quality Control Staff
Required Skills
Dimensional Measurement Inspection / Equipment Maintenance / Metal Wire Drawing / Operation of Stranding Machines and Braiding Machines
Recommended Skills
Basic Knowledge of Non-Destructive Testing / Basic Welding / Quality Control Techniques (QC) / Safety and Health Knowledge
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because even slight deviations in product dimensions or specifications can affect safety. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Physical stamina is required to endure long hours of standing work and handling heavy wires. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | The work mainly consists of routine tasks, and creativity is not particularly required. |
Related Qualifications
- Crane Operator
- Forklift Operation Skills Training
- Slinging Skills Training Completion
Aliases
- Cable Manufacturing Operator
- Wire Rope Manufacturing Worker
- Wire Rope Worker
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