Metal Scraping Worker
きんぞくきさげこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A job that manually removes burrs and excess material from cast or machined metal parts to shape and ensure the quality of the product.
Description
Metal scraping workers remove burrs and scales remaining after casting or machining using hammers, chisels, and polishing tools to ensure the shape and dimensional accuracy of products. The work is mainly manual, requiring hand tool skills and control of force. Physical strength is needed to handle metal parts, along with knowledge of safety and hygiene and precise work. In recent years, automation equipment has been introduced, but high-precision manual work remains important.
Future Outlook
While automation and robotization are advancing, the demand for high-precision manual finishing remains strong. Multi-skilling and acquiring surface treatment technology will be advantageous for career development.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Factory Work / Full-time or Contract Employee / Shift Work / Standing Work / Team Work
Career Path
Metal Polishing Worker → Surface Treatment Engineer → Quality Control Position → Production Engineer
Required Skills
Compliance with Safety Procedures / Hand Tool Operation / Polishing Machine Operation / Understanding Product Drawing Shapes
Recommended Skills
Basic Welding Knowledge / Machine Maintenance Inspection / Surface Treatment Knowledge
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because high precision is required in detailed deburring work. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because handling heavy metal parts for long periods. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Because creative idea generation is hardly required. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because calculation work is hardly required. |
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