Steelworker
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A job in steel manufacturers where raw materials are melted and refined to produce steel with specified chemical composition and temperature. Responsible for furnace operation, temperature control, chemical analysis, and safety management.
Description
Steelworkers, in the steel production process at steel manufacturers, use converters or electric furnaces to melt raw materials, perform slag removal, decarburization, alloy element adjustment, etc., and extract steel with the specified composition and temperature. They handle a wide range of tasks accurately and safely, including furnace temperature measurement and control, operation of chemical composition analysis equipment, inspection and operation of safety devices, and coordination between processes. Since it involves work in high-temperature environments, physical strength and safety awareness are required.
Future Outlook
With decarbonization, the introduction of electric furnaces and hydrogen reduction steelmaking technologies will advance, accelerating process automation and labor saving. Demand for skilled technicians in smart factory equipment maintenance and operations will increase, while securing talent remains a challenge due to harsh working conditions.
Personality Traits
Cautious / Good Team Player / High Concentration / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Career Path
Steel Operator → Steel Foreman → Site Leader → Production Manager → Quality Assurance Responsible → Factory Manager
Required Skills
Chemical Composition Analysis / Converter Operation / Electric Furnace Operation / High-Temperature Work Safety Management / Slag Processing / Temperature Control
Recommended Skills
Equipment Maintenance / PLC Control Knowledge / Quality Control Techniques (QC) / Reading English Technical Documents
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because fine adjustments in temperature and chemical composition determine quality. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Due to frequent standing and heavy work in high-temperature environments. |
| Problem Solving | Because rapid identification and response to furnace abnormalities are required. |
| Stress Tolerance | Due to high stress from high-temperature environments and emergency responses. |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | Because operations are conducted in cooperation with multiple people. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Because it is based on standardized work procedures. |
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- Forklift Operator License
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