Pipe Fitting Manufacturing Worker
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Occupation involving manufacturing fittings (elbows, couplings, sockets, etc.) that connect metal pipes through processes such as casting, forging, and machining.
Description
Pipe fitting manufacturing workers are specialists who manufacture metal fittings used for water pipes, gas pipes, and industrial piping. First, they read drawings and specifications to select materials (cast iron, copper alloys, stainless steel, etc.). After rough forming by casting or forging, they improve material properties through heat treatment and finish dimensions using machining tools such as lathes, milling machines, and grinding machines. Finally, they verify dimensions and appearance using inspection jigs, calipers, and 3D measuring machines, perform deburring and surface treatment, and prepare for shipment. Factories involve heavy machinery, furnaces, cutting oils, and hazardous dust, requiring strict safety and health management as well as precise work.
Future Outlook
While demand for piping is stable both domestically and internationally, factory automation and robotization are progressing. Demand for technicians capable of smart factories utilizing CNC and IoT is on the rise.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Career Path
Manufacturing Operator → Process Leader → Production Control Staff → Quality Control Staff → Site Supervisor
Required Skills
Blueprint Reading Ability / Grinding Machine Operation / Lathe Operation / Measuring Instrument Operation (Calipers, Micrometer) / Milling Machine Operation
Recommended Skills
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Dimensional errors exceeding tolerances lead to product defects. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Handling heavy materials and extensive standing work require sustained physical stamina. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Manufacturing processes are standardized, with adherence to procedures emphasized more than new ideas. |
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