Piercing Pipe Mill Worker
せんこうせいかんこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Specialist who drills holes in heated metal billets using a piercing device and rolls them in a rolling mill to manufacture pipe materials.
Description
Piercing pipe mill workers are technicians who use piercing equipment to form hollow sections in metal billets such as steel and roll them in a rolling mill to finish to the specified outer diameter and wall thickness. They operate and monitor continuous production lines while controlling billet heating and cooling, managing machine settings, and performing dimensional measurements. They also handle product quality inspections, regular equipment maintenance, responses to machine troubles, and work in compliance with safety and health standards.
Future Outlook
While stable job openings are expected due to infrastructure development and construction demand, advanced equipment maintenance and quality control skills will be increasingly required due to advances in automation and labor-saving.
Personality Traits
Cautious / Dexterous hands skilled in fine work / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Career Path
Pipe mill worker assistant → Piercing Pipe Mill Worker → Group leader → Factory manager → Production management
Required Skills
Dimensional Measurement (Calipers and Micrometers) / Metal Heating and Cooling Control / Piercing Machine Operation / Roller Machine Operation
Recommended Skills
Equipment Maintenance / Mechanical Drawing Reading / Quality Control
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because the dimensional accuracy of metal pipes directly affects product quality. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Due to handling heavy metals and standing work for long periods. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Because creativity is not particularly required in standardized production processes. |
Related Jobs
- Pipe Mill Worker
- Rolling Mill Worker