Precision Machinery Manufacturing Technician (Excluding Production Technicians)
せいみつきかいせいぞうぎじゅつしゃ（せいさんぎじゅつしゃをのぞく）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Research and Technical Occupations
- Middle : Manufacturing Engineers
- Minor : Mechanical Manufacturing Engineers
Summary
A technical job that operates cutting and grinding machines for precision parts to manufacture high-precision mechanical components.
Description
Precision machinery manufacturing technicians use machine tools such as CNC machining centers, lathes, and grinding machines to manufacture high-precision parts based on drawings. They create machining programs, set cutting conditions, select tools, and perform dimensional and shape inspections using measuring instruments to achieve high quality within strict tolerances. They collaborate with quality assurance and design departments, and also engage in improving manufacturing processes, equipment maintenance, and safety management. It is a specialized profession that requires acquiring knowledge of the latest materials and micro-machining technologies, as well as implementing machining automation.
Future Outlook
Precision machining technology is in high demand in fields such as semiconductors, medical devices, and aerospace. With the introduction of automation and IoT, the need for technicians with advanced skills is expected to increase further.
Personality Traits
Good cooperativeness / High concentration / Meticulous / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Factory work / OJT training / Shift work / Standing work / Team work
Career Path
Junior Operator → Precision Machining Technician → Team Leader / Process Management → Production Technology Engineer → Quality Control Technician
Required Skills
CNC Machining Operation / Cutting Condition Setting / Machining Center Programming / Precision Measuring Instrument Operation / Tool Management
Recommended Skills
CAD/CAM / Electrical Discharge Machining / Grinding and Polishing Technology / Robot Programming
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | To logically understand drawings and machining conditions and set up processes. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | In high-precision machining, minute differences in dimensions or surface quality are not tolerated. |
| Problem Solving | Because investigation of causes and countermeasures for tool wear or machining defects are required. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Work procedures and machining conditions mostly follow regulations, so creative thinking is minimal. |
Related Qualifications
- CAD Utilization Technician Exam
- National Skills Test: Machining Center Operation
- National Skills Test: Ordinary Lathe Operation
Aliases
- CNC Operator
- Machining Center Operator
- Precision Machining Technician
Related Jobs
- Machine Tool Operator
- Mechanical Design Technician
- Quality Control Technician