Cutting Worker (Gas Welding)
せつだんこう（がすようせつ）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Metal processing job that uses a gas torch to cut and bevel steel materials. A skilled worker required in diverse manufacturing sites such as automobiles, construction, and shipbuilding.
Description
The Cutting Worker (Gas Welding) mixes fuel gases such as oxygen acetylene and propane with oxygen using a gas cutting torch, utilizing flame temperature to cut and bevel steel plates and shaped steel. Before starting work, inspects and adjusts the torch and gas pressure, and performs precise cutting according to the dimensions and angles indicated in the working drawings. Also performs burr removal and beveling on the cut surface to prepare it suitably for subsequent welding and assembly processes. Use of safety devices and protective gear is essential to prevent accidents such as fires and explosions. Active in manufacturing as well as construction sites and plant facilities.
Future Outlook
Demand may gradually decrease due to automation in manufacturing and the普及 of laser and plasma cutting technologies, but stable demand is expected for skilled workers.
Personality Traits
Cautious and Attentive / High Safety Awareness / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Construction Site / Dispatched Contractor / Factory Work / Full-time Employee / Shift Work
Career Path
Cutting Worker (Gas Welding) → Welder → Machinist → Foreman → Factory Manager
Required Skills
Blueprint Reading / Cutting Measurement / Flame Cutting Machine Operation / Pressure Adjustment Technique
Recommended Skills
CAD Operation / Equipment Maintenance / Plasma Cutting / Welding
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because cutting accuracy directly affects quality. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because there is frequent standing work and handling of heavy equipment. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Low necessity because it follows set procedures. |
Related Qualifications
- Gas Welding Technician
Aliases
- Flame Cutting Worker
- Gas Cutting Worker
Related Jobs
- Machinist
- Metal Welder
- Plasma Cutting Worker
- Sheet Metal Worker