Thin Plate Rolling Worker (Iron and Steel Manufacturing)
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Sheet rolling workers manufacture thin steel sheets by passing heated steel materials through rolling mills, handling temperature and tension control, quality inspection, and equipment operation and maintenance.
Description
Sheet rolling workers heat slabs or billets to appropriate temperatures in reheating furnaces at ironworks or steel mills, pass them through rolling mills to elongate into thin sheets, control tension and temperature, inspect surface quality while cooling, and handle up to the coiling process. Equipment inspection/maintenance and safety/hygiene management are also important tasks.
Future Outlook
Although domestic steel demand is stable, automation of manufacturing processes and AI introduction are advancing, so operators will increasingly require advanced skills and equipment knowledge. Skill succession is a challenge, and demand for highly specialized personnel will remain steady.
Personality Traits
Adaptable / Attentive / Patient / Strong sense of responsibility / Team-oriented
Work Style
Career Path
Junior Operator → Senior Operator → Group Leader (Supervisor) → Production Management Staff → Plant Engineer → Factory Manager
Required Skills
Equipment Maintenance / Material Handling / Quality Inspection / Rolling Mill Operation / Safety and Health Management / Temperature Control / Tension Adjustment
Recommended Skills
Blueprint Reading / PLC Operation / Production Management / QC Techniques / Reading English Technical Documents
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Precise checks are essential to maintain steel plate thickness and surface quality. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Requires physical stamina due to standing work in high-temperature environments and frequent handling of heavy objects. |
| Stress Tolerance | Due to high-temperature environments and low tolerance for production line stoppages. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Because it mainly involves routine tasks that do not require novelty. |
Related Qualifications
- Forklift Operation Skills Training
- Slinging Skills Training
Aliases
- Steel Plate Rolling Worker
- Thin Plate Roll Operator
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