Spring manufacturing worker (by hot forming)
ばねせいぞうこう（ねっかんせいけいによるもの）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A manufacturing job that forms metal heated to high temperatures into spring shapes using presses or hammering.
Description
Spring manufacturing workers (by hot forming) heat cylindrical metal materials to high temperatures and shape them into springs by pressing with presses or forging hammers. After forming, they perform heat treatments such as quenching and tempering, and as necessary, cutting, grinding, and inspection to finish as products. They are involved in manufacturing springs for various uses, starting with automotive and industrial springs, and are required to thoroughly manage safety and quality.
Future Outlook
While a certain number of job openings are expected due to demand from the automotive industry and others, automation and robotization of manufacturing lines are progressing, and in the future, adaptability to automation technology will be required.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Factory work / Indoor work / Line work / Shift work / Standing work
Career Path
Trainee → Skilled worker → Group leader/team leader → Production manager → Manufacturing department manager
Required Skills
Forging technology / Metallurgy / Press machine operation / Temperature control
Recommended Skills
Blueprint reading / Measuring instrument operation / Post-metal processing / Quality control methods (QC)
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because minute dimensional errors affect product performance. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because handling heavy metals and prolonged standing work continue. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Because the work procedures are standardized and little idea generation is required. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because complex mathematical analysis is hardly required. |
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- Forging worker
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