Upright Drill Operator
あぷらいとどりるこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A job that involves drilling holes in metal parts using a general-purpose vertical drill press (upright drill).
Description
Upright drill operators clamp metal materials based on drawings or processing instructions, attach drill bits, and perform drilling. They operate the machine while adjusting cutting speed and feed rate, and after processing, conduct dimensional inspections using calipers or micrometers. They are also responsible for tool changes and simple machine maintenance, supporting high-precision parts manufacturing. In production sites, they collaborate with milling machine operators, lathe operators, and quality control departments to maintain stable production lines.
Future Outlook
While manufacturing is advancing in automation and labor reduction, the demand for manual machine tools remains in high-precision processing and small-lot, multi-variety production. Skills corresponding to IoT and smart factories will be required.
Personality Traits
Dexterous Hands and Good at Fine Work / High Concentration / Meticulous / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Factory Work / Safety and Health Compliance / Shift Work / Team Work
Career Path
Junior General Metalworking Machine Operator → Senior General Metalworking Machine Operator → Machining Technician (NC, Machining) → Production Engineer → Manufacturing Department Leader
Required Skills
Blueprint Reading / Cutting Condition Setting / Drill Press Operation / Measuring Instrument Operation (Caliper, Micrometer)
Recommended Skills
CAD/CAM Basics / Machine Maintenance (Basic) / Quality Control Techniques (QC) / Tool Material Knowledge
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because even minute dimensional errors are not tolerated and high precision is required. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because mathematical skills are needed for calculating cutting speed and feed rate. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Because work procedures are routine and accuracy is prioritized over creativity. |
Aliases
- Drill Press Operator
- Upright Drill Operator
- Vertical Drill Press Operator
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