Spring Manufacturing Worker

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Industry & Occupation

Engineering & Manufacturing

Classification

Summary

A skilled trade that manufactures springs such as coil springs through processes like cutting, coiling, heat treatment, and polishing of metal wire rods.

Description

Spring manufacturing workers produce coil springs and leaf springs used in automotive parts and electronic equipment. They cut metal wire material and form it into specified shapes using coil winding machines or presses. Subsequently, they impart mechanical properties through heat treatments such as quenching and tempering, and perform polishing and finishing using grinders. Dimensions and hardness are measured with micrometers and hardness testers, and product quality is maintained by reprocessing as needed. Blueprint reading skills and machine operation techniques are required, and they may also propose process improvements and quality enhancements.

Future Outlook

Demand for springs in automobiles and electronic equipment remains steady, with ongoing needs for high-precision spring manufacturing technology. Amid challenges in skill succession due to declining birthrates and aging population, the adoption of automation and labor-saving technologies is expected to advance.

Personality Traits

Dexterous Hands and Skilled at Fine Work / High Concentration / Meticulous

Work Style

Factory Work / Shifts / Standing Work / Transfers Available

Career Path

Spring Manufacturing Worker → Quality Control Staff → Production Technology Engineer → Manufacturing Line Leader → Factory Manager

Required Skills

Blueprint Reading Skills / Dimensional Measurement / Heat Treatment Knowledge / Machine Operation

Recommended Skills

Metallurgy / Precision Finishing by Hand / Quality Control Techniques (QC)

Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)

Item Description
Attention to Detail & Accuracy Strict dimensional management and quality control are required.
Physical Stamina & Endurance Due to prolonged standing work and handling of heavy materials.

Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)

Item Description
Creativity & Ideation Spring manufacturing mainly involves processing based on existing designs.

Related Qualifications

  • Skills Proficiency Test (Machining)

Aliases

  • Spring Manufacturer

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  • Die Maker
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