Hot-Dip Plating Worker
ようゆうめっきこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Manufacturing technician who immerses parts in a bath of molten metal to adhere plating to the metal surface.
Description
Hot-dip plating workers immerse steel materials or aluminum parts in a bath melted with metals such as zinc or tin to form a plating film. Before the work, they perform pretreatment such as degreasing and cleaning of parts, and after plating, they perform quality inspections such as removal of excess metal, film thickness measurement, and appearance inspection. Since they handle high-temperature molten metal, furnace temperature control and safety measures are important, requiring adherence to work procedures and quality management abilities. As it is performed on factory plating lines, there is much standing work and shift work, making tolerance for work in high-temperature environments and safety awareness essential.
Future Outlook
With the demand for corrosion-resistant parts in manufacturing, demand for plating technicians remains stable. Due to advances in automation and labor-saving, there is a trend toward emphasizing diversified skills and quality management capabilities.
Personality Traits
Attentive / High concentration / High safety awareness / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Factory Work / Indoor High-Temperature Environment / Line Work / Shifts
Career Path
Plating Operator → Leader (Group Leader) → Quality Control Staff → Production Management → Technical Position (Plating Engineer)
Required Skills
Heating Furnace Temperature Control / Hot-Dip Plating / Post-Plating Treatment / Pretreatment (Degreasing, Pickling) / Quality Inspection / Safety and Health Management
Recommended Skills
Forklift Operation / Metallurgy / Plating Process Automation Control / Troubleshooting
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because accuracy is required to not overlook plating film thickness or defects. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because there is standing work in high-temperature environments and handling of heavy parts. |
| Problem Solving | Necessary for investigating causes of poor film quality and responding to equipment troubles. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Because work is performed according to standard procedures. |
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