Chip Forming Worker (Cemented Carbide)
ちっぷせいけいこう（ちょうこうごうきんせい）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A manufacturing job that produces cemented carbide cutting tool chips from powder forming through sintering to grinding finishing.
Description
The Chip Forming Worker (Cemented Carbide) mixes cemented carbide powder, fills it into molds for high-pressure press forming, sinters and hardens it in a sintering furnace, and then finishes dimensions and surfaces using grinding machines or polishing machines. They stabilize quality through management of material composition, forming conditions, and sintering temperature, and perform dimensional and appearance inspections in finishing processes. Duties also include production line machine operation, safety management, and process improvement.
Future Outlook
Stable in line with overall demand in the metal processing industry. Amid advancing automation and robotization, there is demand for personnel with advanced technical skills and knowledge in equipment maintenance and quality control.
Personality Traits
High concentration / Meticulous / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Career Path
Chip Forming Worker → Production Engineer → Quality Control → Line Leader Group Leader → Factory Manager
Required Skills
Dimensional Appearance Inspection / Grinding Machine Polishing Machine Operation / Press Machine Operation / Sintering Furnace Operation
Recommended Skills
CAD Drawing Reading (2D) / Machine Maintenance and Maintenance / Micrometer Scope Operation / Process Management
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because micron-level dimensional accuracy is required. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because it involves standing work and handling heavy objects. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Because it follows standardized work procedures. |
Aliases
- Cemented Carbide Chip Forming Worker
- Superhard Chip Forming Worker
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- Cemented Carbide Tool Grinding Worker
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