Metal Wire Winder
きんぞくせんまきとりこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Manufacturing operator job that winds metal wire onto spools or coils with appropriate tension and pitch.
Description
Metal wire winders handle manufacturing tasks using automatic or manual winding machines to wind metal wires (such as wires and piano wires) onto spools or coils. They adjust winding speed, tension, and layering pitch to match product specifications, and inspect dimensions and quality. They also perform regular machine inspections and maintenance, as well as cutting and binding operations. As one process in the manufacturing line, they play an important role in mass production.
Future Outlook
While production automation and IoT are advancing, there is still demand for high-precision winding operations, and skill extension from machine operation to equipment maintenance will be key in the future.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Career Path
Manufacturing Operator → Quality Control → Production Management → Equipment Maintenance
Required Skills
Machine Inspection and Maintenance / Product Quality Inspection / Thread Tension Adjustment / Winding Machine Operation
Recommended Skills
Basic Programming (PLC) / Measuring Tool Operation (Caliper, Micrometer) / Metallurgy
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because high precision is required for the winding pitch and tension. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because it requires long hours of standing work and many repetitive motions, demanding physical stamina. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Mainly due to repeating prescribed tasks. |
| Learning Agility & Knowledge Acquisition | Because work procedures are stable and acquisition of new knowledge is limited. |
Aliases
- Wire Winder
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