Blind Assembler (Metal)
ぶらいんどくみたてこう（きんぞくせい）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A manufacturing job that assembles parts of metal blinds, adjusts and inspects them, and ships them as finished products.
Description
Blind assemblers (metal) combine parts such as aluminum or steel louvers, head rails, end caps, etc., and complete the product using methods like screwing, riveting, or clip fastening. After assembly, they perform functional inspections, appearance inspections, and dimension checks, making fine adjustments or replacing parts as necessary. Work is done in line operations or cell production systems, requiring accurate operations according to drawings and work instructions.
Future Outlook
While automation and robot introduction in manufacturing sites are progressing, there is a need to shift to quality control and machine operation tasks. By honing skills and becoming multi-skilled workers, demand is expected to be maintained.
Personality Traits
Dexterous hands and good at detailed work / High concentration / Meticulous
Work Style
Contract Employee / Factory Employment / Full-time Employee / Line Work / Shift Work
Career Path
Assembly Worker → Leader (Group Leader) → Manufacturing Site Manager → Production Control → Factory Manager
Required Skills
Blueprint Reading / Manual Dexterity / Quality Inspection / Tool Operation
Recommended Skills
5S and Kaizen Activity Knowledge / Basic Metal Processing Knowledge / Machine Maintenance
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because precision is required for the position of small parts, tightening torque, etc. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because physical stamina is needed to endure long hours of standing work and repetitive tasks. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Because the work mainly involves assembly based on existing specifications, with little need for new ideas. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because complex calculations are few, limited to simple dimension checks. |
Related Qualifications
- Forklift Operation Skills Training
- Slinging Skills Training
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