Machine Maintenance Worker (General-Purpose, Production, and Business Machinery)
きかいほぜんこう（はんよう・せいさんよう・ぎょうむようきかい）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A technical job that inspects, maintains, and repairs general-purpose, production, and business machinery to maintain and improve equipment uptime.
Description
Machine maintenance workers handle regular inspections, fault diagnosis, disassembly and assembly, repair, and adjustment of general-purpose machines, production machinery, and business machinery. They utilize basic knowledge of electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems to identify equipment abnormalities and restore normal operation through part replacements, lubrication management, etc. They may also conduct diagnostics using measuring instruments such as vibration meters and infrared thermography, or perform preventive maintenance leveraging IoT data. Additionally, they contribute to improving production efficiency through maintenance record management and improvement proposals.
Future Outlook
While there are challenges in skill succession due to an aging population and declining birthrate, demand for technicians with both expertise and digital skills is expected to steadily increase in the future, driven by growing needs for factory automation and predictive maintenance using IoT.
Personality Traits
Flexible thinking / Good teamwork / High attention to detail / Patient / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Career Path
Machine Maintenance Worker → Senior Maintenance Technician → Maintenance Leader/Supervisor → Equipment Maintenance Department Head/Manager → Equipment Management Department Head
Required Skills
Adjustment and Maintenance Technology / Basic Knowledge of Electrical, Hydraulic, and Pneumatic Systems / Disassembly and Assembly / Equipment Inspection and Fault Diagnosis / Lubrication Management / Measuring Instrument Operation
Recommended Skills
Basic PLC Knowledge / CAD / IoT Sensor Data Analysis / Predictive Maintenance / TPM
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Attention to minute abnormalities in machines is required. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Physical strength is required for handling heavy parts and prolonged standing work. |
| Problem Solving | It is necessary to quickly identify failure causes and devise repair methods. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Complex calculations are minimal, with basic numerical management being the focus. |
Related Qualifications
- Machine Maintenance Skills Certification Level 3
- Ordinary Motor Vehicle Driver's License
Aliases
- Machine Maintenance Worker
- Maintenance Engineer
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