Steel Plate Cleaner (Steel Rolling)
てっぱんせんじょうこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Worker who removes scale and dirt from steel plates after the steel rolling process using high-pressure water, brushes, or chemical treatments to ensure surface quality.
Description
The Steel Plate Cleaner (Steel Rolling) is a specialist who removes scale, oil, and foreign matter from steel plate surfaces after the rolling process using high-pressure cleaning machines, brushes, and chemical agents. After cleaning, surface inspections are performed, and areas not meeting quality standards are reprocessed. Daily inspections and maintenance of work equipment are conducted, safety and health management is thoroughly implemented, and collaboration with rolling operators improves process efficiency. Since work often occurs in noisy or high-temperature environments, the use of appropriate protective gear and adherence to work procedures are required.
Future Outlook
While mechanization will advance due to progress in automation and labor-saving technologies, demand for workers with equipment monitoring and quality control abilities is expected to continue.
Personality Traits
Attentive / Cooperative / High safety awareness / Physically fit / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Indoor factory work / Line work / Shift work / Work with heavy protective gear
Career Path
Junior Operator → Senior Operator → Team Leader → Manufacturing Chief → Factory Manager
Required Skills
Cleaning agent mixing and handling / Compliance with safety and health rules / Daily equipment inspection and maintenance / High-pressure washer operation / Scale remover operation
Recommended Skills
Basic chemical treatment knowledge / Basic quality control knowledge / Communication skills (team) / Crane and forklift operation / Equipment troubleshooting
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Insufficient cleaning leads to quality defects. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Handling heavy objects and prolonged standing work require physical stamina. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Routine tasks are the focus rather than complex logical thinking. |
| Communication Skills | Mainly involves receiving limited instructions within the team, with little advanced communication required. |
| Creativity & Ideation | Work procedures are specified, leaving little room for generating ideas. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Advanced numerical analysis is not required. |
Related Qualifications
- Crane operator's license
- Forklift operation training completion
- Slinging skills training completion
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