Camera Parts Assembler
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Manufacturing work that precisely assembles internal parts of cameras and optical equipment using manual labor or small tools.
Description
Camera parts assemblers assemble, adjust, and inspect precision parts such as lenses, shutter parts, mirrors, and prisms used inside optical equipment, using manual labor, specialized tools, and microscopes. Based on assembly drawings and work instructions, they accurately position tiny parts and perform adjustment work to ensure mechanical and optical performance. Work environments often include clean rooms, requiring hygiene management to prevent dust and foreign matter contamination. In addition to production line work, duties include quality control, participation in 5S activities, and improvement proposals.
Future Outlook
While production bases are shifting overseas due to the globalization of smartphone and digital camera markets, there is stable domestic demand for precision assembly of high-end cameras and industrial optical equipment. Although some tasks will be mechanized with advances in automation and robotics, the need for technicians with fine manual skills and quality control abilities is expected to continue.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Clean Room Work / Contract Employee / Day Shift / Full-time Employee / Shift Work
Career Path
Assembly Worker → Leader → Process Manager → Quality Manager → Production Manager
Required Skills
Blueprint Reading / Handling of Small Tools / Microscope Operation / Operation of Measuring Instruments (Calipers, Micrometers) / Precision Parts Handling
Recommended Skills
5S Activities Knowledge / Basic Knowledge of Optical Parts / Clean Room Work Experience / Quality Control
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because assembly mistakes of tiny parts affect product performance. |
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