Metal Heat Treatment Worker
きんぞくねつしょりこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A technical job that performs heating and cooling treatments on metal parts and products to achieve desired mechanical properties (hardness, toughness, wear resistance, etc.).
Description
Metal Heat Treatment Workers use furnaces and processing equipment to perform heat treatments (quenching, tempering, annealing, carburizing, nitriding, etc.) on metal parts, improving properties such as hardness, toughness, wear resistance, and fatigue strength. They set processing conditions, operate and manage equipment, conduct post-treatment hardness tests and metallographic inspections, create quality records, and manage safety and the environment, maintaining optimal processes tailored to material and product specifications.
Future Outlook
Demand for high-performance materials in automobiles, aircraft, and electronic components, along with the spread of energy-saving and environmentally friendly furnaces, will require advanced process control technology. The introduction of IoT and AI for automation and remote monitoring will evolve the role of skilled workers, and demand for personnel with enhanced expertise is expected to expand steadily.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Factory site work / Fixed hours / Overtime possible / Shift work
Career Path
Metal Heat Treatment Worker → Team Leader → Technical Instructor → Quality Control Staff → Manufacturing Department Manager
Required Skills
Heat Treatment Management / Metallography / Process Design / Safety and Environmental Management / Setting and Adjustment of Temperature Control Devices
Recommended Skills
Furnace Control Programming / Gas Carburizing Treatment / Quality Control Techniques (QC Seven Tools) / Vacuum Heat Treatment Technology
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because subtle differences in temperature and time affect quality. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Physical stamina is required due to high-temperature environments and handling of heavy parts. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Routine tasks predominate, and creativity is not highly required. |
Related Qualifications
- Crane Operator
- Forklift Operator
- Hazardous Materials Handler Class B Type 4
- Metal Heat Treatment Technician (National Qualification)
Aliases
- Heat Treatment Engineer
- Heat Treatment Worker
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