Steelmaking Finishing Worker
せいこうしあげこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A job that performs finishing processes such as deburring, polishing, and shot blasting on steel materials after the steelmaking process to ensure product surface quality.
Description
Steelmaking finishing workers finish the surfaces of steel ingots and materials discharged from steelmaking equipment through processes such as deburring, grinding, cleaning, shot blasting, and heat treatment. They perform filing, operate polishing machines, set up shot blast machines, inspect using dimension measuring instruments, and conduct visual checks for surface quality to confirm that products meet standards. They also handle loading and unloading operations using cranes and forklifts in accordance with safety and health regulations.
Future Outlook
With the return of manufacturing to Japan and increasing demand for high-value-added steel materials, demand for skilled steelmaking finishing workers remains stable. While advancements in automation and robotics require higher machine operation skills, there are still many tasks requiring human hands, such as detailed quality checks, so steady demand is expected in the future.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Career Path
Steelmaking Operator → Quality Control Staff → Production Management → Line Leader → Factory Manager
Required Skills
Dimensional measurement (calipers, micrometers) / Grinding and polishing technology / Shot blast machine operation / Visual inspection
Recommended Skills
Basic welding knowledge / Heat treatment process understanding / Quality control techniques (QC seven tools) / Safety and health knowledge
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Attention to detail is required to not miss even minute surface defects. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Required due to long hours of standing work and handling heavy materials. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Many routine tasks, creative thinking is not particularly required. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Advanced mathematical analysis is not required. |
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- Crane Operator
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