Metal spring manufacturing worker (by cold forming)
きんぞくばねせいぞうこう（れいかんせいけいによるもの）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A technical job that manufactures spring parts by cold-forming metal wire rods or strip steel using press machines.
Description
The metal spring manufacturing worker (cold forming) is a job that bends and forms wire rods or strip steel using press machines to manufacture coil springs, leaf springs, etc. They handle the entire manufacturing process from material selection, wire rod cutting and bending processing, heat treatment processes such as quenching and tempering (as needed), end face grinding with grinders, measurement testing of dimensions and spring constants, appearance inspection, surface treatment, and packaging. Important tasks also include production line machine operation, setup changeovers, equipment maintenance, quality control, and safety management.
Future Outlook
Although productivity improvements through automation and robot introduction are progressing, demand for multi-variety small-lot production and high-precision springs remains high, and the need for skilled technicians is expected to continue stably into the future.
Personality Traits
High concentration / Meticulous / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Career Path
Manufacturing operator → Leader, group leader → Production management → Quality control → Manufacturing engineer
Required Skills
Handling of metal wire rods / Machine cleaning and maintenance / Press machine operation / Product dimension measurement
Recommended Skills
Process improvement / Quality control techniques (QC Seven Tools) / Safety management / Strength of materials
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because errors in dimensions or shapes directly affect product quality. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Due to prolonged standing work and handling of heavy objects. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | High creativity is not required since work follows established processes. |
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- Machine operator
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