Straightening Worker (Railway Vehicle Manufacturing)
ゆがとりこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A manufacturing processing job that shapes and corrects distortions caused by welding or press processing in railway vehicle body parts using hand tools and grinding tools to ensure dimensions and appearance as per the drawings.
Description
Straightening workers are specialized technicians who remove and correct metal distortions that occur after welding and press processing on railway vehicle bodies and bogie parts. They mainly use hand tools and grinding tools such as hammers, checkers, grinders, and sanders to fix bends and warps in sheet metal, while measuring dimensions with calipers and micrometers to maintain high precision. They also manage surface roughness of finished surfaces and check the appearance of welded parts, preparing them for the next processes of painting and assembly. Experienced technicians may advance their careers to quality control or production engineering departments.
Future Outlook
While some processes will be mechanized due to advances in automation and robotics, high-precision finishing and judgment-intensive tasks are expected to still require human labor. Skill inheritance and young talent development are challenges.
Personality Traits
Innovative / Meticulous / Patient
Work Style
Career Path
Straightening worker apprentice → Straightening worker → Team leader → Quality control → Production technology
Required Skills
Blueprint reading / Dimensional measurement (calipers and micrometers) / Operation of hand tools and grinding machines / Understanding metal material properties
Recommended Skills
3D measuring machine operation / Basic welding knowledge / CAD reverse engineering
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | High attention to detail is essential to not miss minute distortions or dimensional errors. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Requires physical stamina due to prolonged standing work and frequent use of heavy tools. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Primarily follows work manuals, requiring accurate reproduction over originality. |
Aliases
- Distortion removal worker
- Straightening worker
Related Jobs
- Assembler
- Finisher
- Press worker
- Welder