Tube Drawing Worker (Metal Tube Manufacturing)
ちゅうしんこう（きんぞくかんせいぞう）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A manufacturing technical job that heats metal pipes, performs drawing processing, and forms them into specified dimensions and shapes.
Description
Tube drawing workers heat metal pipes to an appropriate temperature in a heating furnace, draw the pipes through a drawing die, and finish them to the specified outer diameter, inner diameter, and thickness. During processing, they adjust temperature, lubricant type, and drawing speed to manage product dimensional tolerances and surface quality. They also perform finished dimension measurements, appearance inspections, remove defective products, conduct daily machine inspections, replace dies, perform maintenance, and operate safety equipment.
Future Outlook
Demand for metal tubes remains stable in various fields such as automobiles, construction, and energy infrastructure, and in the future, skill shifts will progress due to the introduction of automation and advanced control technologies.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Factory Work / Shift Work / Standing Work / Wearing Safety Shoes and Protective Gear
Career Path
Production Line Operator → Tube Drawing Worker → Leader → Manufacturing Engineer → Production Management → Factory Manager
Required Skills
Drawing Machine Operation / Lubricant Selection / Machine Maintenance / Metal Temperature Management / Product Dimension Measurement
Recommended Skills
Basic CAD Knowledge / Metallurgy / Quality Control / Safety and Health Management
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | High dimensional accuracy of products is required, and small errors lead to defects. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Due to handling heavy metal pipes and long hours of standing work. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Die selection and processing conditions are specified, so creativity is low. |
Related Qualifications
- Crane Operator
- Forklift Operation Skills Training
Aliases
- Drawing Worker
- Pipe Drawing Worker
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