Rolling Machine Production Engineer
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Research and Technical Occupations
- Middle : Manufacturing Engineers
- Minor : Mechanical Manufacturing Engineers
Summary
Technical position responsible for processing metal materials to specified thickness and width using rolling mills and designing, operating, and maintaining production processes.
Description
Rolling Machine Production Engineers process metal materials using hot and cold rolling mills to finish them to specified thicknesses and widths. They set production conditions and adjust process parameters, maintaining product uniformity through quality inspections and thickness measurements. They also perform regular equipment inspections, develop and implement maintenance plans, conduct troubleshooting, propose improvements, and contribute to stable production line operations. Safety management and environmental measures are important tasks, requiring teamwork and schedule management skills.
Future Outlook
With advancements in manufacturing automation and IoT adoption, there will be demand for advanced data analysis and digital skills. Demand is expected to increase for rolling technology development for decarbonized materials due to strengthened environmental regulations.
Personality Traits
Excellent observation skills / High safety awareness / Meticulous / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Crane slinging operations / On-site work / Shift work / Standing work
Career Path
Rolling Operator → Production Technology Engineer → Manufacturing Line Leader → Production Management → Factory Manager
Required Skills
Equipment Inspection and Maintenance / Process Parameter Adjustment / Rolling Mill Operation and Monitoring / Thickness and Width Measurement
Recommended Skills
Automation Technology / PLC Control / Statistical Quality Control / Steel Material Knowledge
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because even minor thickness deviations directly impact product quality. |
| Planning & Organization | Required for creating production schedules and equipment maintenance plans. |
| Problem Solving | Because prompt root cause investigation is essential during equipment troubles or defect occurrences. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Primarily focused on managing standard processes, so creative idea generation is not particularly necessary. |
Aliases
- Roll Processing Technician
- Rolling Technician
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