Annealer (Metal Heat Treatment)
なんかこう（きんぞくねつしょり）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Manufacturing job that uses a furnace to perform annealing (annealing) on metal products, reducing hardness and relieving internal stresses.
Description
The annealer (metal heat treatment) is responsible for the process of heating steel products or machine parts in a furnace, holding them at a constant temperature, and then slowly cooling them to reduce hardness and remove internal stresses. Accurate temperature control and holding time settings directly affect quality, so monitoring and record-keeping using measuring instruments are required. As one step in the manufacturing line, the work is carried out in coordination with other processes while ensuring safety and hygiene.
Future Outlook
Amid the automation and labor-saving efforts in manufacturing, while the succession of skilled techniques by heat treatment workers is a challenge, demand for finely controlled heat treatment for high-value-added products is expected to expand steadily.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Career Path
Skilled Worker → Group Leader/Leader → Heat Treatment Engineer → Production Management → Quality Control
Required Skills
Furnace Operation Technology / Metallurgy / Safety and Health Management / Temperature Control
Recommended Skills
JIS Standards Understanding / Machine Maintenance / Quality Control Techniques (QC)
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because high accuracy is required for temperature control and quality control |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because there is long hours of standing work and handling of heavy objects |
| Stress Tolerance | Because it is necessary to endure work in high-temperature environments |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Creativity is not particularly required |
Aliases
- Annealer
- Annealing Worker
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- Hardener
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