Steel Plate Cutter
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A metalworking technician who cuts steel plates and sheet metal to specified shapes and dimensions using cutting machines or hand tools.
Description
Steel plate cutters are a job type in manufacturing sites that cuts steel plates and sheet metal to specified dimensions using shearing, press brakes, laser or gas cutting machines, etc. They handle everything from material loading, machine setup, cutting operations, deburring, and product inspection, while complying with safety and hygiene standards and advancing processing efficiently. They perform basic maintenance checks and simple adjustments on machines, taking on the role of stably producing products that meet quality standards.
Future Outlook
While some processes will become automated due to advances in DX and automation, skilled techniques are expected to continue being required for complex metalworking.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Career Path
Manufacturing Operator → Metal Processing Technician → Line Leader → Site Supervisor
Required Skills
Blueprint Reading Skills / Brake Press Operation / Laser Cutting Machine Operation / Safety and Health Management / Shearing Processing
Recommended Skills
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because dimensional accuracy is required. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because there is a lot of work handling heavy steel plates. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Because work procedures are routine and there is little generation of new ideas. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because there are few complex calculations. |
| Planning & Organization | Because processes are predefined and little planning is required. |
Related Qualifications
- Forklift Operation Skills Training
- Gas Welding Skills Training
- Slinging Skills Training
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