Gear Milling Machine Operator
ぎやふらいすばんこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Manufacturing job that operates gear milling machines to perform cutting on gear teeth and other metal parts.
Description
Gear milling machine operators are specialists who use milling machines to precisely cut gear tooth profiles and dimensions. They apply cutting tools to metal materials and perform machining while adjusting cutting conditions such as rotation and feed speeds. Before machining, they read drawings, attach tools and workpieces, and set coordinates. After machining, they inspect dimensions and tooth profiles using calipers, micrometers, gear testing machines, and other tools. They also handle machine maintenance inspections, tool changes, and lubrication management to achieve both quality and productivity.
Future Outlook
Stable demand for gears in automobiles and industrial machinery keeps demand high for skilled technicians. While advancements in CNC and automation require advanced operation skills, securing young workers remains a challenge.
Personality Traits
Cautious / High Concentration / Meticulous / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Day Shift / Factory Work / Manufacturing Contractor / Shift Work
Career Path
Apprentice Gear Milling Machine Operator → Gear Milling Machine Operator (Skilled) → Metal Processing Team Leader → Production Technology Staff → Factory Manager
Required Skills
Blueprint Reading / Inspection and Maintenance of Machine Tools / Operation of Precision Measuring Instruments / Setting Cutting Conditions / Tool Selection and Replacement
Recommended Skills
CAD/CAM / CNC Programming / Lubrication Management / Quality Control Techniques (QC)
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | To ensure dimensional accuracy and tooth profile accuracy in cutting processes. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Requires physical strength due to handling heavy objects and standing work. |
| Problem Solving | Required to identify causes of machining troubles and implement countermeasures. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Mostly follows established machining procedures, with little need for original idea generation. |
Related Qualifications
- National Skills Test (Milling Machine Operation)
Aliases
- Gear Milling Machine Operator
- Milling Machine Operator
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