Gas Cylinder Manufacturing Worker
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A manufacturing job that involves processing and welding steel plates and pipes for gas cylinders (high-pressure gas containers), and performing integrated inspections and finishing operations to ensure safety.
Description
Gas cylinder manufacturing workers cut and bend steel plates and pipes used as materials for cylinders, assemble the cylinder body by joining them using TIG, MIG, arc welding, and other methods. To ensure safety as pressure vessels, they perform non-destructive inspections such as penetrant testing and ultrasonic testing, hydrostatic tests, and after attaching valves, carry out finishing processes such as painting and polishing. They accurately interpret drawings, operate various machines, and utilize quality control techniques to produce products that meet standards and specifications.
Future Outlook
Demand is stable due to regulations under the High Pressure Gas Safety Law. While automation and labor reduction using robot welding and IoT are advancing, new demand is expected to expand in hydrogen stations and renewable energy fields.
Personality Traits
High safety awareness / Meticulous / Strong sense of responsibility / Team-oriented
Work Style
Factory Work / Heavy Material Handling / Line Production / Shift Work
Career Path
Trainee/Apprentice → Line Operator → Group Leader/Leader → Production Management → Quality Management → Manufacturing Engineer → Factory Manager/Manager
Required Skills
Non-Destructive Testing / Polishing and Painting Finishing / Pressure Testing / Sheet Metal Processing / Technical Drawing Interpretation / Welding Skills
Recommended Skills
2D CAD Operation / Crane Slinging Operations / Machine Maintenance Knowledge / Quality Management Techniques / Reading English Technical Documents
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because minute welding defects or dimensional errors directly impact safety. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Due to long hours of standing work and frequent handling of heavy materials and equipment. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Work is primarily based on standards and procedures, with little need for generating new ideas. |
Related Qualifications
- Boiler Welder
- Gas Welding Skill Training
- Non-Destructive Testing Engineer (Penetrant Testing)
- Slinging Skill Training
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