Casting Worker (Steel Manufacturing)
いこみこう（せいてつ）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
This occupation is responsible for pouring molten steel into refractory molds at steel mills to form the prototype of products. It involves working in high-temperature environments and requires safety management.
Description
Casting workers in steel manufacturing adjust molten steel, melted to high temperatures in melting furnaces, to the specified temperature and accurately pour it into molds made of refractory materials. After pouring, they cool and solidify it, remove it from the mold, and perform deburring and inspections. The work centers on manual labor in high-temperature environments, requiring operation of safety devices, management of temperature and pressure, prevention of defects like porosity and shrinkage, and other quality control knowledge. With accumulated experience, they also engage in process management, equipment maintenance, and production line improvements.
Future Outlook
In the steel manufacturing industry, labor shortages and the aging of skilled workers are advancing, while the adoption of labor-saving and automation technologies is expected to accelerate. The challenge lies in balancing workforce reduction through digital technologies and robots with the succession of skills.
Personality Traits
Cautious / Good cooperativeness / High concentration / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Indoor high-temperature work / Safety harness required / Shift work / Standing work / Team work
Career Path
Apprentice Casting Worker → Casting Worker → Process Manager → Manufacturing Line Leader → Production Engineer → Factory Manager
Required Skills
Equipment Startup and Shutdown / Handling Refractory Materials / Melting Furnace Operation / Pouring into Molds / Temperature Control
Recommended Skills
CAD Basics (Mold Design) / Mechanical Maintenance / Mechanics of Metal Materials / Quality Inspection
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because even minute defects have a significant impact on quality. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because physical stamina is required to endure prolonged manual labor in high-temperature environments. |
| Stress Tolerance | Because it is necessary to calmly continue work in high-temperature and hazardous environments. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Work procedures are predefined, so creative thinking is not particularly required. |
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- Arc Welding Operator
- Crane Operator
- Forklift Operation Training
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Aliases
- Casting Worker
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