Gear Machinist (Metal)
はぐるませいぞうこう（きんぞくせい）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A job that uses general-purpose machine tools or NC machines to cut, grind, and finish metal gears for manufacturing.
Description
Gear Machinists (Metal) use machine tools such as general-purpose lathes, machining centers, gear hobbing machines, and grinding machines to manufacture gears from metal materials. They read and create machining programs, select cutting tools, set cutting conditions, perform finish grinding, conduct dimensional inspections using measuring instruments, and manage quality. They also handle machine setup changes, tool replacements, periodic maintenance, and troubleshooting to ensure high-precision and stable production.
Future Outlook
Amid the automation and increasing precision of machine tools, demand is growing for production engineers skilled in NC/CNC technology and IoT. A combination of expert craftsmanship and digital skills is required.
Personality Traits
Dexterous hands and good at fine work / High concentration / Meticulous
Work Style
Career Path
Gear Machinist → Machine Tool Operator → Production Engineer → Production Line Leader → Factory Manager
Required Skills
CAD/CAM / Cutting and Grinding Technology / Lathe Operation / NC Programming / Precision Measuring Instrument Operation
Recommended Skills
Geometric Tolerances / Machine Tool Maintenance Technology / Quality Control Methods (QC) / Strength of Materials
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because minute dimensional errors directly affect product performance. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Primarily follows work procedures for processing, with few opportunities to demonstrate creativity. |
Related Qualifications
- Slinging Skills Training
- Special Training for Milling Machine Operators
- Special Training for NC Lathe Operators
Aliases
- Gear Machinist
- Metal Gear Machinist
Related Jobs
- General Lathe Operator
- Machining Center Operator
- Production Engineer
- Quality Inspector