Light Alloy Extrusion Worker (Aluminum Rolling)
かるごうきんおしだしく（あるみにうむあつれん）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A job that operates aluminum alloy extrusion molding machines to manufacture products of specified shapes and dimensions.
Description
Light alloy extrusion workers (aluminum rolling) heat aluminum alloy billets to the specified temperature in a heating furnace and are responsible for extruding them into pipe materials, bar materials, shaped materials, etc., through a die (mold) using an extrusion molding machine (extruder). After extrusion, they cool the material using puller rollers and inspect dimensions and surface condition. Duties also include machine adjustments, simple maintenance, quality control, and troubleshooting, with requirements to improve product yield and maintain production efficiency.
Future Outlook
Demand remains stable due to increasing lightweighting needs in the automotive and construction sectors. Advancements in IoT and automation technologies require advanced machine operation and data management skills.
Personality Traits
Cautious and Meticulous / High Concentration / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Career Path
Junior Operator → Team Leader → Manufacturing Engineer → Production Manager → Factory Manager
Required Skills
Dimensional Measurement and Inspection / Heating Furnace Operation / Operation and Adjustment of Extrusion Machines / Quality Control / Simple Maintenance
Recommended Skills
Basic PC Operation / Machine Maintenance / Metal Processing / Reading English Documents
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | High accuracy is required for dimensional precision and quality control. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Physical stamina is required due to high-temperature environments and handling heavy objects. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Mainly routine tasks with few opportunities for generating new ideas. |
Related Qualifications
- Crane Operator
- Forklift Operation Skills Training
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