Melting Worker (Steelmaking)
ようかいこう（せいこう）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Melting Workers (Steelmaking) are specialists who operate melting furnaces, electric furnaces, and converters to melt steel raw materials and produce molten steel.
Description
Melting Workers (Steelmaking) are a profession that involves charging iron ore or scrap into melting furnaces, managing furnace temperature and chemical composition to produce molten steel. They handle a series of processes including raw material blending, combustion control, temperature measurement, and tapping of molten steel, and perform cooling or adjustment work in case of abnormalities. The work requires physical strength and concentration in high-temperature and high-pressure environments, and produces molten steel efficiently and stably while adhering to safety rules and quality control standards.
Future Outlook
While automation and labor reduction are progressing in the steel industry, demand for workers with advanced furnace operation skills is expected to remain stable. Acquiring process control technology will become important in line with strengthened safety and environmental regulations.
Personality Traits
Cautious and composed / Good team player / Physically strong / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Career Path
Melting Worker → Finishing Process Supervisor → Furnace Foreman → Steel Mill Operations Manager → Quality Control Engineer
Required Skills
Furnace Operation / Inspection and Maintenance of Mechanical Equipment / Raw Material Blending / Safety Management Knowledge / Temperature and Chemical Composition Analysis
Recommended Skills
Process Control / Quality Control Methods (QC) / Reading English Technical Documents / Statistical Process Control
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because accurate management of temperature and chemical composition directly affects quality. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because there is prolonged standing work in high-temperature environments and handling of heavy objects. |
| Problem Solving | Because it is necessary to quickly respond to changes inside the furnace and resolve issues. |
| Stress Tolerance | Because there is a lot of work in high-temperature and noisy environments, requiring stress tolerance. |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | Because furnace operations and tapping are performed in collaboration with multiple people. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Because routine tasks are the main focus and there is little need for new idea generation. |
Related Qualifications
- Crane Operator
- Forklift Operation Skills Training
- High-Pressure Gas Handler (Oxygen)
- Slinging Skills Training
Related Jobs
- Blast Furnace Worker
- Non-Ferrous Metal Smelter