Die Forging Worker
かたたんぞうこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Die forging workers are specialists in metal processing who heat metal and press it into dies to form product shapes.
Description
Die forging workers handle everything from heating materials and operating forging presses to die setting, deburring, and inspection after forming. They mainly use hot forging to shape materials under high pressure, conduct dimensional measurements and surface inspections afterward, and pass them to subsequent processes such as heat treatment or grinding as needed. Improving production efficiency, die maintenance, and quality control are also important roles.
Future Outlook
While labor-saving and automation technologies are advancing, manual forging skills for special dies and high-value-added products remain in high demand. With the aging of skilled workers, nurturing young talent and skill succession are becoming challenges.
Personality Traits
Cautious / High concentration / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Career Path
Apprentice Die Forging Worker → Skilled Die Forging Worker → Group Leader → Process Manager → Production Control → Quality Control
Required Skills
Die Setting / Measuring Instrument Operation (Calipers, Micrometer) / Metal Heat Treatment / Press Machine Operation
Recommended Skills
Basic Welding / CAD/CAM Basics / Die Maintenance / Quality Control Techniques (QC)
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because managing product dimensions and surface quality is essential. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | High physical strength is required for handling heavy metal parts and repetitive tasks. |
| Stress Tolerance | Due to frequent work in high-temperature and noisy environments, endurance is required. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Because work processes are based on prescribed procedures. |
Related Qualifications
- Forklift Operation Skills Training
- National Skills Test: Forging Operations (Grade 3 to 1)
Aliases
- Die Forging Operator
- Forging Worker
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