Metal Wire Product Manufacturing Equipment Operator
きんぞくせんせいひんせいぞうせつびオペレーター
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A job that operates manufacturing equipment for metal wire products, forming, processing, and inspecting wires and coil-shaped products.
Description
Metal wire product manufacturing equipment operators use equipment such as extruders, drawing machines, and annealing furnaces, with metal rods or wire rods as raw materials, to manufacture metal wires and coil products. They set machine parameters and monitor processes based on work instruction manuals, managing temperature, speed, tension, etc. They measure product dimensions and conduct surface inspections, and if they do not meet quality standards, they make adjustments or take corrective actions. They perform daily cleaning, inspection, and simple maintenance of equipment, and create production records. They comply with safety and health standards and collaborate with the team to maintain stable operation of the production line.
Future Outlook
While labor shortages due to declining birthrates and aging population are a concern, the advancement of automation and smart factories will increase demand for operators with advanced equipment monitoring and maintenance skills, as well as production management capabilities utilizing IoT.
Personality Traits
High concentration / High safety awareness / Meticulous / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Career Path
Junior Operator → Senior Operator → Line Leader → Production Engineering → Quality Control → Equipment Maintenance Department
Required Skills
Creating Production Records / Extruder Operation / Quality Inspection (Appearance and Dimensions) / Reading Work Instruction Manuals / Simple Equipment Maintenance and Inspection
Recommended Skills
5S Kaizen Activities / Basic PLC Control Knowledge / Machine Maintenance (Basics) / Safety and Health Knowledge
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because minor process changes directly lead to product defects. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Due to long hours of standing work and handling heavy materials. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Flexible thinking is not particularly required as operations follow procedures. |
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