Metal Chipping Worker
きんぞくはつりこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A profession that processes the surfaces of metal products through steps such as polishing, buffing, sandblasting, and plating to enhance functionality and aesthetics.
Description
Metal chipping workers smooth burrs and scratches on the surfaces of metal products through polishing and buffing, and remove fine irregularities via sandblasting or electropolishing. They also apply plating such as nickel or chrome to improve rust resistance, wear resistance, and aesthetics. The job requires high skills in both manual fine adjustments and machine operation, and is active in a wide range of fields including automotive parts, precision machinery, and decorative items.
Future Outlook
Amid advancing automation and robotization in manufacturing, manual high-level surface finishing techniques remain important, with stable demand expected particularly in automotive, aerospace, and medical equipment fields.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Contract Employee / Factory Work / Regular Employee Promotion / Shift Work
Career Path
Apprentice Chipping Worker → Metal Chipping Worker Supervisor → Quality Control Staff → Production Manager
Required Skills
Buff Polishing / Plating Equipment Operation / Polishing Technique / Polishing Tool Maintenance / Sandblasting
Recommended Skills
Chemical Handling Knowledge / Materials Mechanics / Welding Basics
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Accuracy is needed to not miss fine scratches or unevenness |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Due to frequent long hours of standing work and handling heavy parts |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Relatively little complex logical analysis is required |
| Creativity & Ideation | Creative thinking is less required in main duties |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Few advanced calculation tasks |
Aliases
- Metal Polishing Worker
- Plating Worker
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