Finishing heating worker (metal sheet manufacturing)
しあげかねつこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A technical job in the metal sheet manufacturing process that operates and manages heat treatment equipment to ensure product mechanical properties and quality, performing finishing under optimal temperature and time conditions.
Description
Finishing heating workers load rolled metal sheets into furnaces and perform heat treatments such as annealing, normalizing, quenching, and tempering. They control heating temperatures and holding times to optimize product hardness, ductility, and internal stresses, while inspecting and recording finishing quality. Tasks also include operating cranes and transfer equipment, safety management, and equipment inspection and maintenance. They work in teams on factory production lines. Work often involves high-temperature and noisy environments, requiring precise temperature management and strong safety awareness.
Future Outlook
Amidst labor-saving and automation in manufacturing, traditional operator tasks are decreasing, while demand remains high for personnel with advanced equipment maintenance and quality management skills.
Personality Traits
Good cooperativeness / High concentration / High safety awareness / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Factory work / Indoor work / Protective gear required / Shift / Uniform provided
Career Path
Finishing heating worker → Heat treatment engineer → Manufacturing line leader → Production technology → Factory manager
Required Skills
Crane operation / Equipment inspection maintenance / Heating furnace operation / Product inspection evaluation / Safety and health management / Temperature management
Recommended Skills
Basic knowledge of quality management / Communication skills / Record report creation / Troubleshooting
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because subtle differences in process conditions affect finishing quality. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Physical strength is required for prolonged standing work in high-temperature environments and operating heavy machinery. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Mostly follows prescribed procedures, so original ideas are not particularly required. |
Related Qualifications
- Crane operator
- Forklift operation skills training
- Slinging skills training
Aliases
- Heat treatment operator
Related Jobs
- Heat treatment worker
- Rolling worker