Annealing Front Worker
やきなましせんてこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Manufacturing job that heats metal products to high temperatures in a furnace to remove internal stresses and homogenize the microstructure.
Description
Annealing front workers load steel materials or product parts into an annealing furnace, hold them at the specified temperature and time, then remove them by hand or using tools, and perform cooling and finishing. The work involves temperature measurement, timing management, and quality inspection, and ensuring safety in a high-temperature environment is essential. To maintain dimensional accuracy and mechanical properties of products, management based on standards and precise work procedures are required.
Future Outlook
Demand for precision heat treatment in manufacturing is stable, and with advancing automation and IoT implementation, skills shift toward operation monitoring and equipment management is required.
Personality Traits
Cautious / High Concentration / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Career Path
Metal Heat Treatment Worker → Line Leader → Quality Manager → Production Manager
Required Skills
Handling Techniques / Heating Furnace Temperature Management / Knowledge of Metal Material Characteristics / Safety Protective Gear Usage
Recommended Skills
Forklift Operation Skills / Furnace Maintenance / Quality Control Techniques (QC)
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because temperature and time management directly affect quality. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because it involves handling heavy metal parts in a high-temperature environment. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Communication Skills | Because most work is done independently, with little interpersonal coordination. |
| Creativity & Ideation | Because work procedures are specified, and creative thinking is not particularly required. |
| Initiative & Leadership | Because the work centers on operations based on established regulations. |
Related Qualifications
- Boiler Technician
- Hazardous Materials Handler (Type B, Class 4)
- Slinging Skills Training
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