Drawing press worker

しぼりぷれすこう

Industry & Occupation

Engineering & Manufacturing

Classification

Summary

A manufacturing job that operates press machines to perform drawing and punching processes on metal sheets to form parts.

Description

Drawing press workers operate metal press machines, set metal sheets into dies, and perform drawing and punching processes. They conduct dimensional inspections and surface inspections on formed parts, advancing the production line while maintaining quality. They also handle equipment inspections, die installation and adjustment, emergency responses to machine troubles, and support efficient mass production while considering safety and health.

Future Outlook

While automation and IoT adoption progresses, the demand for high-precision manual adjustment techniques continues. Skill succession and hybridization are challenges.

Personality Traits

High concentration / Meticulous / Strong sense of responsibility

Work Style

Factory work / Shift work / Standing work

Career Path

Metal press operator → Line leader → Quality control staff → Production engineer → Process management

Required Skills

Die installation adjustment / Dimensional measurement (calipers, micrometer) / Press machine operation / Safety and health knowledge

Recommended Skills

Equipment maintenance / Machine maintenance / Production engineering / Quality control

Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)

Item Description
Attention to Detail & Accuracy Because dimensional errors directly lead to product defects.
Physical Stamina & Endurance Due to frequent handling of heavy objects and long hours of standing work.

Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)

Item Description
Creativity & Ideation The work follows prescribed procedures, so little creativity is required.

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  • Crane operator
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Aliases

  • Metal press operator
  • Press machine operator

Related Jobs

  • Die technician
  • Machinist
  • Sheet metal worker
  • Welder

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