Raw Material Charging Worker (Ironmaking, Steelmaking)
げんりょうそうにゅうこう（せいてつ、せいこう）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A worker in ironmaking and steelmaking plants responsible for weighing and charging raw materials such as coke, iron ore, and limestone into blast furnaces and converters.
Description
Raw material charging workers perform weighing, screening of raw materials, and charging operations using cranes and buckets in ironmaking and steelmaking plants. They work in high-temperature and high-pressure environments, requiring strict adherence to safety and quality control. They collaborate in teams to contribute to the efficiency of the melting process and prevention of troubles.
Future Outlook
Although domestic steel demand is stable, the introduction of labor-saving and automation technologies is progressing, requiring higher skills and strengthened safety management capabilities.
Personality Traits
Cautious / Good Teamwork / High Concentration / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Factory Work / Night Shift / Outdoor High-Temperature Environment / Shift Work
Career Path
Raw Material Charging Worker → Melting Worker → Furnace Front Worker → Steel Operator → Plant Engineer
Required Skills
Crane Hoist Operation / Forklift Operation / Heavy Object Handling / High-Temperature Environment Work / Raw Material Blending
Recommended Skills
Basic Equipment Maintenance Knowledge / Hazardous Materials Handling Knowledge / Quality Control / Safety and Health Management
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Due to handling heavy raw materials and standing for long periods in high-temperature environments. |
| Stress Tolerance | Required to continue working in high-temperature and heavy labor environments. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Centered on routine tasks with little need for advanced analytical thinking. |
| Creativity & Ideation | Few occasions require creative thinking. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Only simple weighing tasks are required, no need for advanced numerical analysis. |
| Planning & Organization | Work procedures are specified, with little autonomous planning. |
Related Qualifications
- Forklift Operation Training
- Overhead Traveling Crane Operation Training
Aliases
- Furnace Front Worker
Related Jobs
- Casting Worker
- Melting Worker
- Rolling Worker