Metal Heat Treatment Worker
かなやきこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A job that improves material properties by performing heat treatments such as heating and cooling on metal products.
Description
Metal heat treatment workers use gas or electric furnaces to perform processes such as heating, rapid cooling, and tempering on metals to adjust hardness and toughness. They ensure product quality by strictly setting processing conditions and managing temperature and time. The work environment involves high temperatures, and safety management and equipment maintenance inspections are important tasks.
Future Outlook
While automation and unmanned equipment are advancing, skilled expertise will continue to be required for complex parts.
Personality Traits
High safety awareness / Meticulous / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Career Path
Skilled Worker → Group Leader/Leader → Process Manager → Quality Manager → Factory Manager
Required Skills
Blueprint Reading / Furnace Operation / Hardness Measurement / Product Inspection and Dimensional Measurement / Temperature Control
Recommended Skills
Basic Machine Maintenance Knowledge / Quality Control Techniques (QC Seven Tools) / Safety Management Knowledge / Surface Treatment Knowledge
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because errors in temperature and time management directly affect product quality. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Due to work in high-temperature environments and handling of heavy objects. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Creativity is not highly required as work mainly follows prescribed conditions. |
Related Qualifications
- Metal Heat Treatment Technician
Aliases
- Heat Treatment Worker
- Metal Heat Treatment Worker
- Quenching Worker
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