Press Die Finisher
ぷれすがたしあげこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A job that performs finishing on metal press dies using manual labor or specialized tools, adjusting shape, dimensions, and tolerances.
Description
Press die finishers are specialists who finish dies used in metal press processing by hand or with specialized tools such as grinding machines and grinders, performing deburring, polishing, dimensional adjustment, and assembly. They read blueprints, perform dimensional inspections with calipers and micrometers, and ensure machining stays within tolerances to achieve stable quality in mass production. They also handle die disassembly and assembly processes, adjustments after welding or heat treatment, safety management in the manufacturing site, and tool maintenance.
Future Outlook
While automation technology and robot introduction are advancing, demand for skilled technicians continues for finishing high-precision and complex-shaped dies.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Factory Work / Manual Work / Manufacturing Line / Shift Work
Career Path
Press Die Finisher (Apprentice) → Press Die Finisher → Senior Finisher → Die Manufacturing Leader → Die Engineer
Required Skills
Blueprint Reading / Die Assembly and Disassembly / Dimensional Measurement (Calipers, Micrometers) / Grinder and Polishing Machine Operation / Hand Tool Polishing
Recommended Skills
Basic CAD Knowledge / Metal Materials Knowledge / Quality Control / Welding
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because minute dimensional differences directly affect product quality. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because handling heavy die parts and prolonged standing work are required. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Because the work mainly follows procedures, with little need for novel ideas. |
| Initiative & Leadership | Because they more often follow instructions than proactively design processes. |
| Planning & Organization | Because work follows instructed processes, planning is limited. |
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