Vacuum Plating Worker
しんくうめっきこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A profession that deposits or sputters metals or alloys in vacuum to form thin films on substrates. Mainly involves forming metal films for decoration or functional enhancement.
Description
Vacuum plating workers are specialists who use vacuum deposition equipment or sputtering equipment to form metal thin films on substrates. First, they perform substrate pretreatment such as cleaning or acid pickling and set it in the vacuum chamber. They heat or ionize the metal as the deposition source and form a uniform film on the substrate surface through vaporization or sputtering. They monitor film thickness and deposition rate with measurement devices to ensure quality. After deposition, they perform peel and adhesion tests, reprocess defective areas, and conduct equipment maintenance. In production lines, safety management and cleanroom rule compliance are required.
Future Outlook
Demand for thin film technology remains steady in various fields such as electronic components, automobiles, and optical thin films. Advances in automation and labor reduction, along with adaptation to next-generation materials, are required, increasing the value of personnel skilled in process development and quality control.
Personality Traits
Has a strong sense of responsibility / Has attention to detail / Has cooperativeness / Has patience
Work Style
Clean Room / Indoor Factory Work / Manufacturing Line / Shift
Career Path
Junior Operator → Vacuum Plating Operator → Senior Operator → Production Technology Engineer → Process Development Engineer → Quality Control Manager
Required Skills
Equipment Maintenance / Film Thickness Measurement / Ion Plating Technology / Sputtering Equipment Operation / Surface Pretreatment / Vacuum Deposition Equipment Operation
Recommended Skills
Basic Knowledge of Vacuum Technology / Basic Materials Science Knowledge / Quality Control Methods (SPC) / Surface Analysis Technology
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | High attention to detail is necessary to prevent variations in film thickness and deposition quality. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | The work primarily follows standardized procedures, so original idea generation is not greatly required. |
Related Qualifications
- Plating Technician (National Certification)
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