Electric welded steel pipe worker
でんほうこうかんこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Manufacturing operator who joins steel plates by electric resistance welding to produce steel pipes. A specialist responsible for everything from line monitoring to quality control.
Description
Electric welded steel pipe workers form steel plates (steel strips) into cylindrical shapes using rolls, and center around the process of welding longitudinal seams using electric resistance welding (ERW), while also handling pipe end cutting, shaping, dimensional inspection, surface inspection, quality control, etc. They are also responsible for production line setup and adjustment, troubleshooting, simple equipment maintenance, and aim for efficient production while maintaining safety and quality standards.
Future Outlook
Due to increasing demand for steel pipes and a shift toward high-value-added products, acquisition of quality control and automation technology skills is required. Introduction of technologies for production efficiency improvement through IoT and data utilization is expected to advance.
Personality Traits
Good cooperativeness / High concentration / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Career Path
Manufacturing operator → Line leader → Quality control staff → Manufacturing manager → Factory manager
Required Skills
Dimensional appearance inspection / Electric resistance welding machine operation / Steel plate handling / Welding management
Recommended Skills
Basic CAD knowledge / Equipment maintenance / Machine processing knowledge / Reading English technical documents
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Required because attention is needed to not miss dimensional or quality abnormalities. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Physical stamina is required due to standing work and continuously handling heavy materials. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Low necessity due to handling standardized manufacturing processes. |
Related Qualifications
- Arc welding special training
- Gas welding skill training
Aliases
- Electric resistance welded steel pipe worker
Related Jobs
- Sheet metal worker
- Steel pipe manufacturing worker
- Welder