Cast Iron Foundry Worker
ちゅうてついものこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A job that melts cast iron raw materials at high temperatures, pours them into molds such as sand molds, and performs finishing processes after cooling.
Description
Cast iron foundry workers melt iron in a melting furnace, pour it into sand molds or metal molds to form product shapes. After pouring, they cool it, remove sand, perform grinding, deflashing, and other finishing work. This includes core making, refractory material replacement, temperature control, quality inspection, and heavy machinery operation. Work often involves high temperatures, dust, and noise. Team role division and safety management are essential.
Future Outlook
Although domestic casting demand is generally declining, there is expected to be sustained need for technicians in precision casting and high-performance materials fields. Skill succession is a challenge.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Factory work / Indoor heavy labor / Shift work / Team work / Wearing safety equipment
Career Path
Skilled Worker → Line Leader → Process Manager → Quality Manager → Manufacturing Department Manager
Required Skills
Finishing Grinding / Pouring Operation / Refractory Handling / Sand Mold Shaping / Temperature Control
Recommended Skills
CAD Drawing Reading / English Document Reading / Equipment Maintenance Knowledge / Quality Control
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because it is necessary to maintain high quality without missing dimensional errors or defects. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because it involves standing work for long hours while handling heavy molds in a high-temperature environment. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Because standardized processes are central, with few opportunities for new idea generation. |
Related Qualifications
- Casting Skills Certification (National Qualification)
- Forklift Operation Training
- Hazardous Materials Handler
Aliases
- Cast Iron Worker
- Foundry Worker
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- Metal Casting Worker