Thin Sheet Cutting Worker
はくばんせつだんこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A manufacturing job that accurately cuts thin metal sheets to specified shapes and dimensions using machine tools such as shearing, laser cutting, and plasma cutting.
Description
Thin sheet cutting workers are specialists who cut metal thin sheets such as steel plates and aluminum sheets to specified shapes and dimensions. They operate shearing or band saws for mechanical cutting, as well as laser cutting machines and plasma cutting machines. Before work, they confirm material type and sheet thickness, and set optimal cutting conditions. After cutting, they perform deburring and chamfering, and inspect dimensional accuracy and cut surface quality. They work in factory mass production lines or custom processing sites, and their duties also include safety and health management and equipment maintenance.
Future Outlook
Amid advancing automation and labor reduction in manufacturing, while replacement by robots and CNC machines progresses, demand for skilled technicians capable of high-precision processing and small-lot multi-variety production is expected to be maintained to a certain extent.
Personality Traits
High safety awareness / Meticulous / Physically strong / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Career Path
Thin Sheet Cutting Worker Apprentice → Thin Sheet Cutting Worker → Processing Line Leader → Production Technology → Quality Control
Required Skills
Band Saw Operation / Deburring / Laser Cutting Machine Operation / Plasma Cutting / Shearing Processing
Recommended Skills
CAD Drawing Reading / Maintenance / Metal Material Knowledge / Safety and Health Knowledge
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Important for maintaining cutting dimension accuracy and cut surface quality. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Due to long hours of standing work and handling heavy metal sheets. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Creativity is not particularly required within the standard scope of work. |
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