Hot Rolling Worker
ねっかんあつえんこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Worker who processes metal sheets or strip steel heated to hot rolling temperature into specified thickness and width using a rolling mill.
Description
Hot rolling workers heat steel sheets or strip steel in a heating furnace to a specified temperature (around 1000°C), and adjust thickness and width using rolling mills such as blooming mills or skin pass mills. Starting from raw material feeding, they continuously roll the steel material while managing temperature, adjusting gaps between rolls, and controlling speed. They check product dimensional accuracy and surface quality, conduct quality inspections to prevent defective products, perform regular maintenance of equipment, handle recovery from abnormalities, and manage safety and health.
Future Outlook
While automation and labor-saving equipment are advancing, the demand for skilled workers with operation and maintenance skills remains steady due to increasing demand for high-value-added steel materials. Technology succession and efficiency improvement are challenges.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Factory Work / Manufacturing Line / Night Shift / Shift Work
Career Path
Operator Apprentice → Hot Rolling Worker (Operator) → Team Leader → Group Leader/Section Leader → Assistant Factory Manager
Required Skills
Metallurgy / Quality Control / Rolling Mill Operation / Safety and Health Knowledge / Temperature Management
Recommended Skills
Basic Welding Knowledge / CAD Basics / Machine Maintenance / Production Management
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Attention to detail is necessary to ensure product dimensional accuracy. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Handling heavy steel plates and standing work in high-temperature environments require physical stamina. |
| Stress Tolerance | Need to endure high-temperature environments and a certain production pace. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Mainly routine machine operations with few opportunities for creativity. |
Related Qualifications
- Crane Operator
- Forklift Operation Skills Training
- Slinging Skills Training
Aliases
- Hot Roller Worker
- Rolling Operator
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