Torsion Bar Manufacturing Worker
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Occupation that manufactures metal torsion bars. Responsible for a series of processes from cutting and forming raw materials to heat treatment, machining, grinding, and inspection.
Description
Torsion bar manufacturing workers are specialists who manufacture torsion bars, which are suspension components for automobiles. They handle cutting steel materials, forming by heating, dimensional machining using lathes and grinding machines, quenching and tempering in heat treatment furnaces, surface finishing, and inspections using micrometers and hardness testers. They also engage in process management, yield improvement, safety and health management, and equipment maintenance, playing a role in maintaining product quality and productivity.
Future Outlook
Amid the electrification of the automotive industry and demand for high-precision parts, demand for personnel strong in quality control and automation technology will continue, while standardized processes are advancing in automation, leading to a gradual decline in the number of workers.
Personality Traits
High Concentration / Meticulous / Physically Fit / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Career Path
Site Worker → Leader (Group Leader) → Process Management Staff → Production Technology Engineer → Factory Manager
Required Skills
Blueprint Reading / Grinding Machine Operation / Heat Treatment Equipment Operation / Lathe Operation / Measuring Instrument Operation / Quality Control
Recommended Skills
CNC Programming / Equipment Maintenance Knowledge / Process Management
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because it is necessary to strictly manage dimensions and hardness. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Handling heavy materials and standing work are common, requiring endurance. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Manufacturing work follows prescribed procedures, so little need for idea generation. |
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