Driller Worker (Steel Plate Hole Driller)
どりらーこう（こうはんあなあけこう）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A manufacturing technician who uses drills or boring machines to drill holes in steel plates at specified positions and dimensions.
Description
Driller Worker (Steel Plate Hole Driller) is a job that involves using boring machines or hand drills to perform hole drilling on steel plates and metal components. The steel plates to be processed are secured with vises or jigs, and while cooling the tools and performing cutting with cutting oil, positioning and dimension control based on drawings are thoroughly managed. Since precision in hole diameter and depth is required, they handle a series of operations including inspection with measuring instruments, setup changes, and tool replacements. It is needed in various fields such as ships and bridges, automobile parts, and architectural hardware, supporting the production line efficiently while ensuring quality and safety.
Future Outlook
While automation and robotization are advancing, manual work is necessary for drilling complex shapes or small lots, so demand is expected to be maintained to a certain extent. Processing accuracy and flexibility are emphasized.
Personality Traits
Cautious / High Concentration / Meticulous / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Contract Worker / Factory Work / Full-time Employee / Line Production / Shift Work
Career Path
Driller Worker → Ironworker and Sheet Metal Worker → Equipment Maintenance Technician → Production Engineer → Line Leader or Group Leader
Required Skills
Basic Metal Processing Knowledge / Boring Drill Operation / Cutting Oil Selection / Positioning and Setup
Recommended Skills
Basic Machine Maintenance / Blueprint Reading Ability / Quality Control
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because errors in hole position or diameter directly affect product quality. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because physical strength is required for handling heavy steel plates and long hours of machine operation. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Because there are many routine tasks and creativity is not particularly required. |
Aliases
- Steel Plate Hole Driller
Related Jobs
- Boring Worker
- Ironworker
- Lathe Operator
- Milling Machine Operator