Riveting worker (can making)
かしめこう（せいかん）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A job that rivets (mechanically joins) metal sheets using rivets or press machines and assembles parts for can-making products.
Description
Riveting workers (can making) align holes in metal sheets or parts, and use hand riveters or press machines (riveting machines) to drive in rivets or studs to mechanically join parts. They also handle quality inspections of can-making products, dimension checks, preparation of jigs according to processes, machine adjustments, appearance inspections of finished products, pressure tests, etc. Factory production lines involve a lot of long standing work, requiring accuracy and physical strength.
Future Outlook
While simple tasks will decrease due to advances in automation and robotization, demand for high-quality can-making products remains stable. Skills in responding to robot introduction and machine maintenance will be required in the future.
Personality Traits
Dexterous with hands and good at fine work / High concentration / Meticulous / Physically strong
Work Style
Career Path
Riveting worker apprentice → Riveting worker → Group leader → Quality control staff → Production management staff
Required Skills
Hand riveter operation / Manufacturing line work / Press machine operation / Sheet metal processing knowledge
Recommended Skills
Basic welding knowledge / CAD drawing understanding / Machine maintenance (basic) / Quality inspection knowledge
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because misalignment of parts or defective riveting directly affects quality. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because it involves holding heavy parts and a lot of long standing work. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Because work procedures are standardized and new ideas are not particularly needed. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because reading measurement values is minimal. |
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- Can maker
- Ironworker
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