Vehicle Worker (Railway Vehicle Manufacturing)
しゃりょうこう（てつどうしゃりょうせいぞう）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A profession that consistently handles the manufacturing processes of railway vehicles, including assembly, welding, machining, and inspection, ensuring high quality and safety.
Description
Vehicle Workers (Railway Vehicle Manufacturing) are manufacturing professionals who assemble, weld, machine, and finish underframes, body structures, and interior/exterior parts of railway vehicles based on drawings and specifications. They use measuring tools such as vernier calipers and micrometers to verify precision in each process, and are also responsible for quality control and inspection. This includes transporting parts using cranes and forklifts, while ensuring high quality and safety with attention to occupational health and safety.
Future Outlook
Manufacturing demand is expected to remain stable due to railway infrastructure investments and the replacement of aging vehicles. As automation and robotization advance, opportunities to acquire new skills such as robot operation and programming are expected to increase.
Personality Traits
Cooperative / Detail-oriented / Motivated / Strong safety awareness
Work Style
Career Path
Worker (Vehicle Worker) → Chief Worker → Process Leader → Production Management → Quality Management → Factory Management Position
Required Skills
Assembly Techniques / Inspection and Measurement (Vernier Caliper, Micrometer) / Machining / Mechanical Drawing Interpretation / Safety and Health Knowledge / Welding Techniques (Arc Welding, Gas Welding)
Recommended Skills
CAD Operation / English (Technical Document Reading) / LEAN Production System / Quality Control Methods (QC Process Chart, FMEA)
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because welding beads and dimensional accuracy of parts are required. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because there is frequent transport of heavy parts and standing work, requiring physical stamina. |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | Because multiple people cooperate in line operations to advance the work. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Because there are many routine tasks, and creativity is not particularly required. |
Related Qualifications
- Arc Welding Skills Training Completion Certificate
- Certificate of Completion of Slinging Skills Training
- Crane Operator's License
- Forklift Operation Skills Training Completion Certificate
Aliases
- Railway Vehicle Assembly Worker
- Vehicle Assembly Worker
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