Laser Cutting Worker
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Manufacturing operator who precisely cuts metal products using laser light.
Description
Laser cutting workers are responsible for operating laser cutting machines in factories or metal processing sites. They load data created with CAD/CAM, set cutting conditions (output, speed, focal position, etc.), and cut metal sheets or pipes with high precision. During work, they follow safety guidelines, monitor cutting quality and machine conditions, and perform adjustments, inspections, and simple maintenance when issues occur. They are also required to review optimal cutting conditions and modify data to improve productivity and reduce waste materials.
Future Outlook
Demand is expected to remain stable with the automation and high-precision trend in manufacturing. Greater expertise will be required through high value-add via IoT integration and skill succession.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Factory Employment / Overtime / Rotating Shifts / Shift Work
Career Path
Laser Cutting Operator → Equipment Adjustment Staff → Production Engineering Engineer → Manufacturing Line Manager → Quality Control Staff
Required Skills
CAD/CAM Data Reading/Writing / Laser Cutting Condition Setting / Laser Cutting Machine Operation / Safety Management Knowledge
Recommended Skills
Basic Machine Maintenance / G-Code Programming / Quality Control Techniques (QC) / Sheet Metal Processing Knowledge
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because cutting accuracy directly impacts quality. |
| Problem Solving | Because it is necessary to identify causes and make adjustments when cutting quality is poor. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | The work primarily follows prescribed procedures and machine settings, so little originality is required. |
Aliases
- Laser Cutting Operator
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