Metal Press Worker (Excluding Punching Press and Bending Press)
きんぞくぷれすこう（うちぬきぷれす、きょくぷれすをのぞく）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
This occupation involves operating metal press processing machines to form metal sheets using dies through processes such as deep drawing and progressive pressing (excluding punching press and bending press).
Description
Metal press workers (excluding punching press and bending press) operate machines such as deep drawing presses, progressive presses, and transfer presses, set dies, and form metal sheets. Tasks include setting press conditions, changing dies, measuring product dimensions (using calipers, micrometers, etc.), deburring and finishing, and daily machine inspections and maintenance. They maintain stable product quality according to production plans, work in compliance with safety and health regulations, collaborate on production lines, and handle initial responses to machine troubles.
Future Outlook
As production lines become automated and IoT-enabled, advancing toward smart factories, there is a shift in expertise from machine operation to equipment maintenance departments, and the importance of skill inheritance increases.
Personality Traits
High concentration / Meticulous / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Career Path
Metal Press Operator → Leader → Site Manager → Production Manager → Quality Manager
Required Skills
Daily Machine Inspection and Maintenance / Die Replacement and Adjustment / Press Machine Operation / Product Dimension Measurement
Recommended Skills
Equipment Trouble Response / Safety and Health Knowledge / Simple Machine Maintenance
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because high-precision processing is required. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because physical strength is required for die changes and part transportation, etc. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Creativity is not particularly required as it follows prescribed work procedures. |
| Initiative & Leadership | Because it basically carries out instructed tasks. |
Aliases
- Press Machining Worker
- Press Operator
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