Spring Manufacturing Equipment Operator (Cold Forming Type)
ばねせいぞうせつびおぺれーたー（れいかんせいけいによるもの）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Equipment operator who manufactures various springs from metal wire using cold forming. Performs machine setup and operation, quality inspection, machine maintenance, etc.
Description
Spring manufacturing equipment operator (cold forming type) is a job that cold-forms metal wire using coiling machines or press machines to manufacture springs of specified shapes and dimensions. Involves exchanging and adjusting molds and dies, setting machine parameters, monitoring processes during production, performing dimensional inspections using micrometers and calipers, checking quality through hardness tests, etc. As needed, manages and performs post-processes such as heat treatment, shot peening, and grinding finishes, and also handles regular machine maintenance and troubleshooting.
Future Outlook
Demand for springs for automobiles and industrial machinery remains high, and with advances in automation and sophistication demanding precision and efficiency, demand for skilled cold forming operators is expected to increase.
Personality Traits
High Concentration / Meticulous / Patient / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Contract / Day Shift / Full-time / Night Shift / Shift
Career Path
Spring Manufacturing Equipment Operator → Manufacturing Line Leader → Quality Control Staff → Production Engineering Engineer → Manufacturing Manager
Required Skills
Coiling Operation / Die Adjustment / Dimensional Inspection / Machine Maintenance / Quality Control
Recommended Skills
5S and Quality Control Activities / Automation Equipment Programming (Basic) / Heat Treatment Process Knowledge / Shot Peening Process
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Products have strict tolerances for dimensions and shapes, requiring careful operation. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Due to long hours of standing work and handling heavy materials. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Because it follows a prescribed forming process. |
Aliases
- Cold Forming Operator
- Spring Manufacturing Operator
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