Steel Wire Rope Manufacturing Technician
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Specialized technical role that manages and operates the entire process from drawing steel wires, stranding them, to surface treatment to manufacture steel cables (wire ropes).
Description
Steel wire rope manufacturing technicians use steel materials as raw materials to produce steel wires with drawing machines and handle the stranding process of twisting multiple steel wires together using stranding machines. They ensure product strength and durability through appropriate tension and stranding settings, as well as process management including surface treatment, lubrication, and heat treatment. Based on production plans, they operate and adjust equipment, perform quality inspections during manufacturing, handle troubleshooting, and conduct machine maintenance and inspections. High safety awareness and attention to quality are required, maintaining manufacturing processes in compliance with standards such as JIS.
Future Outlook
Stable demand is expected due to needs for infrastructure and construction materials. Amid advances in automation and labor-saving technologies, acquiring skills in production optimization using IoT and data analysis will lead to increased market value in the future.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Career Path
Manufacturing Operator → Line Leader → Production Technician → Production Management Technician → Factory Manager
Required Skills
Machine Inspection and Maintenance / Manufacturing Process Management / Quality Inspection / Reading Technical Drawings and Specifications / Steel Wire Drawing Machine Operation
Recommended Skills
IoT Sensor Operation / JIS Standards Knowledge / PLC Operation / Safety and Health Management / Strength of Materials
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because minute defects can affect product strength. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Due to long hours of standing work and handling heavy materials. |
| Problem Solving | Necessary for identifying causes and implementing countermeasures during manufacturing troubles. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Because manufacturing processes are standardized and require little novel thinking. |
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Aliases
- Steel Wire Manufacturing Technician
- Wire Rope Manufacturing Technician
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