Ductile Cast Iron Pipe Manufacturing Worker
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Worker who manufactures ductile cast iron pipes for piping. Responsible for a series of processes from raw material melting to casting, heat treatment, machining, and inspection.
Description
Ductile cast iron pipe manufacturing workers are specialists who melt iron, apply special treatments, and manufacture ductile cast iron (spheroidal graphite cast iron) pipes. They mainly produce piping products for water supply pipes, drainage pipes, and water/sewage facilities. Tasks include raw material blending, melting furnace operation, mold making, molten metal temperature control, pouring, cooling/heat treatment, deburring and machining for finishing, and inspection of dimensions and impact strength. Knowledge of safety management and equipment maintenance, compliance with safety and health regulations, precision and durability meeting quality standards are required. They work in teams to improve production efficiency.
Future Outlook
While stable demand is expected due to the need to update water and sewage infrastructure, there is a possibility of advancing automation and labor-saving technologies.
Personality Traits
Attentive / Dexterous with hands and good at detailed work / Patient / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Career Path
On-site Worker → Group Leader → Process Manager → Production Engineer → Manufacturing Department Manager
Required Skills
Casting Process Knowledge / Finishing Processing / Heat Treatment Process Operation / Melting Furnace Operation / Mold Making Technology / Quality Inspection (Dimensional Measurement, Destructive Testing)
Recommended Skills
CAD (Casting Design) / Equipment Maintenance / Metal Materials Knowledge / Quality Management (ISO9001)
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because high precision is required in dimensional and quality inspections. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because handling heavy objects and long hours of standing work are common. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Because there are many routine tasks and little need for creative thinking. |
Related Qualifications
- Arc Welding
- Crane Operator
- Forklift Operation Skills Training
- Slinging Skills Training
Aliases
- Cast Iron Pipe Manufacturing Worker
- Ductile Iron Pipe Manufacturing Worker
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