Steel Foundry Worker
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Specialized metalworking profession that melts steel materials, pours them into molds, and manufactures cast products.
Description
Steel foundry workers handle on-site operations of melting iron and steel materials in melting furnaces and pouring into sand molds or metal molds to form predetermined shapes. The work spans assembling molds, melting operations, pouring, shakeout (deburring) after cooling, finishing by shot blasting or polishing, heat treatment, and dimensional inspection. Handling heavy materials in high-temperature environments requires safety management and physical strength, with skill level directly impacting product quality.
Future Outlook
While automation and robotization of casting processes are advancing, demand for skilled workers capable of producing high-quality castings remains high, and skill succession is a challenge.
Personality Traits
Cautious / Physically strong / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Career Path
Site Worker → Group Leader/Supervisor → Factory Technician → Production Management → Quality Management → Factory Manager
Required Skills
Deburring Blast / Melting Furnace Operation / Mold Fabrication / Polishing Finishing / Pouring Technique
Recommended Skills
Basic CAD/CAM Knowledge / Basic Welding / Quality Control / Safety and Health Management
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Overlooking porosity or dimensional errors leads to product defects. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Involves prolonged standing work in high-temperature environments and handling heavy objects. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Processes are standardized, so creative thinking is relatively limited. |
Related Qualifications
- Casting Technician
- Gas Welding Skill Training
- Slinging Operator
Aliases
- Foundry Worker
- Steel Casting Worker
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