Cooling Equipment Installer (Automotive Manufacturing)
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Manufacturing, Repair, Painting, and Drafting Occupations
- Middle : Machine Assembly Workers
- Minor : Automobile Assembly Workers
Summary
Job involving installing, adjusting, and inspecting cooling devices (radiators, intercoolers, etc.) for automobile engines or electric motors on the assembly line.
Description
Cooling equipment installers attach radiators, condensers, hoses, intercoolers, etc., required around the engine on the automotive production line. They use tools for bolt tightening and bracket fixing, followed by quality checks via leak tests and pressure inspections. Work proceeds based on drawings and specifications, adhering to safety standards while maintaining production target takt time. Opportunities also exist to participate in automation equipment introduction and process improvements for production efficiency enhancement.
Future Outlook
With the electrification and lightweighting of automobiles, cooling device designs and manufacturing methods will change. Even as assembly processes become more automated, demand for skilled technicians will remain, but adaptation to automation technology and multi-skilling will be required.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Career Path
Assembly Worker → Line Leader → Production Technology Staff → Quality Control Staff
Required Skills
Assembly Line Work / Quality Inspection / Reading Drawings and Assembly Instructions / Tool Usage
Recommended Skills
Knowledge of Mechanical Components / Safety and Health Management / Welding and Soldering
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because defects in small part attachment lead to quality issues. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Involves prolonged standing work and handling heavy parts. |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | Coordination with others is essential to maintain the flow of the entire line. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Few complex analytical tasks. |
| Creativity & Ideation | Work processes are standardized, limiting the scope for creativity. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Few quantity calculations or complex mathematical operations. |
| Planning & Organization | Follow given processes rather than creating individual plans. |
Aliases
- Cooling System Assembler
- Radiator Installer
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