Cutting Tool Manufacturing Worker
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
This occupation handles the entire manufacturing process of cutting tools (drills, end mills, taps, etc.). Involves raw material selection, heat treatment, grinding, coating, inspection, and more.
Description
Cutting tool manufacturing workers are specialists who produce cutting tools such as drills, milling end mills, and taps used in machining. Using tool steels or cemented carbide materials, they adjust hardness through heat treatment, then operate NC grinding machines or tool grinding machines to precisely shape the cutting edges. Afterward, they apply coatings or surface treatments and inspect dimensions and cutting edge quality using tools like projectors and micrometers. They handle tool manufacturing according to required specifications, from production lines to small lots, and may also be involved in process improvements, quality control, and customer support.
Future Outlook
With the expansion of demand for precision machining in automotive and aircraft parts manufacturing, the need for higher precision and multifunctional cutting tools is advancing, maintaining and increasing demand for skilled workers. Skills to adapt to smart factories utilizing AI and IoT are also required.
Personality Traits
High Concentration / Meticulous / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Career Path
Tool Grinding Operator → Leader Position → Production Management → Quality Control → Technical Sales
Required Skills
Cutting Tool Knowledge / Dimensional Measurement / Grinding Machine Operation / Heat Treatment Knowledge
Recommended Skills
CNC Programming / Coating Technology / English Drawing Reading / Statistical Process Control
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because product accuracy directly affects machining quality and tool life. |
Aliases
- Tool Grinder
- Tool Grinding Worker
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