Manhole Cover (Lid) Manufacturer (Metal Casting)
まんほーるふたせいぞうこう（きんぞくいもつせい）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A job that manufactures manhole covers by pouring molten metal into molds, followed by cooling and finishing.
Description
Manhole Cover Manufacturers (Metal Casting) handle the casting process by melting metal in a melting furnace and pouring it into sand molds or metal molds. Subsequently, they perform finishing tasks such as cooling, demolding, burr removal, grinding, and polishing, and conduct quality control including dimensional measurements, appearance inspections, and load-bearing tests. In production lines, material handling using cranes and forklifts is involved, along with work in high-temperature and dusty environments, ensuring thorough safety and hygiene management while producing accurate products.
Future Outlook
Stable demand is anticipated due to needs for maintenance and renewal of social infrastructure, with value addition advancing through development of high-function products such as manhole covers embedded with IoT sensors.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Career Path
Manufacturing Operator → Process Manager → Quality Control → Production Engineering → Factory Manager
Required Skills
Casting Operations / Grinding Finishing Process / Melting Furnace Operation / Mold Setup / Product Inspection
Recommended Skills
CAD (2D/3D Modeling) / Improvement Techniques / Quality Control Techniques (QC Seven Tools) / Safety and Health Management
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Even small defects affect product quality. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Due to carrying heavy molds and products and standing for long hours. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Creativity is limited. |
Related Qualifications
- Crane Operator
- Forklift Operator Training Certificate
- Slinging Technician
Aliases
- Manhole Cover Casting Worker
- Manhole Lid Manufacturer
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