Metal Acid Cleaning Worker (Wire Drawing)
きんぞくさんせんじょうこう（しんせん）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A job that performs acid washing and degreasing treatment on the surface of metal materials in the wire drawing process to ensure product quality.
Description
Metal acid cleaning workers (wire drawing) clean metal materials such as wire rods before wire drawing with acid solutions like sulfuric acid or hydrochloric acid to remove surface oxide layers and scales. They manage the temperature, pH, and concentration of acid tanks, adjust processing times, and perform post-washing neutralization, water rinsing, and drying processes to improve product quality and workability. They also handle equipment inspections and maintenance, safety and health management, chemical handling, and waste liquid treatment.
Future Outlook
With advancements in surface treatment in manufacturing and stricter environmental regulations, demand for acid washing technicians is expected to remain stable. As automation and labor-saving equipment are introduced, acquiring skills in equipment operation and maintenance will be important.
Personality Traits
Attentive / Cooperative / Meticulous / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Factory Work / Indoor Work / Line Work / Shift Work / Team Work
Career Path
Acid Washing Worker → Wire Making Operator → Quality Control Staff → Production Management → Factory Supervisor
Required Skills
Acid Washing Equipment Operation / Basic Safety and Health Knowledge / Chemical Handling / pH Management
Recommended Skills
Basic Equipment Maintenance Knowledge / Quality Control / Understanding Chemical Properties
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because mistakes in managing processing time or chemical concentrations directly impact product quality. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Involves standing work and handling heavy chemical tanks, requiring a certain level of physical stamina. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Involves many routine tasks with little need for creative thinking. |
Aliases
- Acid Washing Worker
- Pickling Worker
- Wire Drawing Acid Washing Worker
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