Spring Manufacturing Worker (By Cold Forming)
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
An occupation that uses cold forming technology to process wire rods with press machines to manufacture various springs. Handles everything from material handling to dimensional and quality control.
Description
Spring Manufacturing Worker (by cold forming) is an occupation that mass-produces various springs (coil springs, plate springs, etc.) using wire rods as material and dedicated press machines and dies through cold forming (forging). Responsible for the entire series of operations from raw material setup, press machine operation, post-forming deburring and heat treatment, dimensional inspection, durability testing and other quality checks, to packaging. Production lines require high precision and speed, and also handles machine startup adjustments, die changes, and work record management.
Future Outlook
Even as the manufacturing industry advances in automation and labor reduction, demand continues for skilled workers handling high-precision die adjustments and quality assurance. Adaptation to production technologies utilizing IoT and AI is required.
Personality Traits
Dexterous Hands Skilled in Fine Work / High Concentration / Meticulous
Work Style
Career Path
Spring Manufacturing Worker → Process Leader → Production Engineer → Quality Manager → Manufacturing Manager
Required Skills
Dimensional Measurement / Press Machine Operation / Production Record Management / Quality Control
Recommended Skills
Equipment Maintenance / Heat Treatment Process Understanding / Materials Mechanics
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Dimensional tolerances are strict, requiring detailed inspection and adjustment. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Involves standing work and handling heavy materials, requiring physical stamina. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Processes are routine with limited room for creativity and ingenuity. |
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