Titanium Manufacturing Worker
チタンせいぞうこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Specialized profession that manufactures sponge titanium from titanium ore and produces materials for industrial and aerospace use through melting, casting, and heat treatment.
Description
Titanium manufacturing workers use the Kroll process, which produces titanium dichloride from ore and reduces it with magnesium and others to obtain sponge titanium, as well as perform melting and casting in vacuum arc melting furnaces, and control quality and microstructure through rolling and heat treatment. They thoroughly manage material weighing and mixing, operation and inspection of smelting furnaces and melting furnaces, equipment maintenance, and safety and health management to mass-produce high-quality titanium materials. Safety awareness and equipment maintenance technology are required as they handle high temperatures and reactive gases.
Future Outlook
Demand for titanium is expanding in the fields of aircraft, medical devices, and electric vehicles due to its lightweight and high-strength characteristics. While challenges include manufacturing costs and responses to environmental regulations, energy-saving and automation of manufacturing processes are progressing, and demand for manufacturing engineers with specialized skills remains stable.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Factory Work / Heavy Equipment Operation / On-site Work / Shift Work
Career Path
On-site Worker → Line Leader → Process Manager → Manufacturing Engineer → Plant Manager
Required Skills
Equipment Inspection and Maintenance / Material Weighing and Mixing / Safety and Health Management / Smelting Furnace Operation / Temperature Control
Recommended Skills
CAD Basics / Data Analysis / Quality Control / Reading English Technical Documents / Welding Knowledge
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because even slight differences in temperature or chemical reactions affect quality. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because there is a lot of work in high-temperature environments and handling of heavy objects. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Because operations follow procedures and are standardized. |
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Aliases
- Titanium Smelter
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