Die Mold Maintenance Worker
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Specialist who disassembles, inspects, repairs, and adjusts dies and molds to maintain stable operation of manufacturing equipment.
Description
Die mold maintenance workers perform inspection, disassembly, cleaning, repair, assembly, and adjustment of dies and molds used in injection molding or press processing. They identify areas of wear or damage, optimize mold temperature management, and conduct periodic preventive maintenance to reduce defects and improve equipment uptime. They also require dimensional inspection using measuring instruments and processing skills such as welding and polishing. In recent years, predictive maintenance using IoT sensors, integration with automation technologies, and efficient maintenance methods based on data analysis are in demand.
Future Outlook
With declining birthrates and aging population, the importance of skill succession increases, and stable demand is expected to continue due to the expanding adoption of IoT and predictive maintenance technologies.
Personality Traits
Meticulous / Problem-solving oriented / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Manufacturing Industry / On-site / Overtime Available / Shift Work
Career Path
Maintenance Operator → Senior Maintenance Engineer → Maintenance Department Leader → Equipment Management Manager
Required Skills
Die Mold Disassembly and Assembly / Measuring Instrument Operation (Calipers, Micrometer) / Mechanical Drawing Interpretation / Welding and Polishing Techniques
Recommended Skills
Equipment Maintenance Management / IoT Sensors / Predictive Maintenance Technology / Reading English Technical Documents
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | High precision is required to detect minute wear or cracks. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Due to handling heavy objects and prolonged standing work. |
| Problem Solving | It is necessary to identify failure causes and respond with prompt recovery. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Since standard maintenance procedures are followed, accurate work is valued more than originality. |
Related Qualifications
- Crane Operator
- Forklift Operator
- Mechanical Maintenance Skills Test (Grade 2)
- Mechanical Maintenance Skills Test (Grade 3)
- Slinging Skills Holder
Aliases
- Die Mold Maintenance Technician
- Die Mold Maintenance Worker
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- Die Mold Design Technician
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- Manufacturing Maintenance Worker
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