Thickness Gauger
あつすんこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Specialized professional who measures and inspects the thickness of metal products and parts, providing data necessary for processing and quality control.
Description
Thickness gaugers measure the thickness of metal plates, pipes, parts, etc., using measuring instruments such as calipers, micrometers, and ultrasonic thickness gauges, and inspect whether they conform to drawings and standards. They record and analyze measurement results and provide feedback to processing staff. They also mark measurement locations, manage measurement procedures, perform safety management, and contribute to maintaining quality on the production line.
Future Outlook
Even as quality control and manufacturing processes advance with automation and IoT, there is stable demand for high-precision measurement technology.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Factory Work / Indoor Work / Machinery Operation / Shift Work
Career Path
Thickness Gauger → Inspector → Quality Control Engineer → Manufacturing Department Leader → Quality Assurance Manager
Required Skills
Blueprint Reading / Caliper and Micrometer Operation / Measurement Data Recording and Management / Measuring Instrument Calibration / Ultrasonic Thickness Gauge Operation
Recommended Skills
CAD / IoT Sensor Data Utilization / Non-Destructive Testing Knowledge / Quality Control Methods (QC)
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | High attention to detail is necessary because measurement accuracy directly affects quality. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Creativity is not particularly required as work follows existing procedures. |
Related Qualifications
- Mechanical Inspection Skills Specialist
Aliases
- Plate Measurement Worker
- Thickness Measurement Worker
Related Jobs
- Inspector
- Ironworker
- Quality Control Engineer
- Welder