Camera Subassembly Inspector
かめらぶぶんくみたてけんさこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Specialized profession that precisely assembles optical and mechanical parts of cameras and inspects appearance and optical characteristics to ensure quality.
Description
Camera subassembly inspectors precisely assemble optical parts such as lenses, apertures, and shutter units, as well as mechanical parts of cameras, and perform appearance inspections and optical performance inspections to ensure the quality of the finished products. They use dedicated jigs and measuring instruments to position parts with micron-level precision, and carry out tasks such as screw tightening and adhesive application. They may also be required to work in darkrooms or cleanrooms. For inspections, they use microscopes, phase contrast microscopes, MTF measuring devices, etc., to check for scratches, distortions, and deviations in optical characteristics, and are responsible for sorting defective products and analyzing causes.
Future Outlook
Due to the contraction of the camera industry and the spread of smartphones, production of conventional cameras is declining, but demand is expected to be maintained to some extent due to needs in industrial cameras, high value-added fields, and in-vehicle sensors. As automation and AI-based inspection technologies advance, advanced skills and adaptability will be required.
Personality Traits
Dexterous with Hands, Good at Detailed Work / High Concentration / Meticulous / Patient
Work Style
Career Path
Assembly Inspection Staff → Line Leader → Quality Manager → Production Technology Staff → Factory Manager
Required Skills
Handling Optical Instruments / JIS Standards Knowledge / Microscope Operation / Precision Parts Assembly Skills / Quality Control Techniques (QC Seven Tools)
Recommended Skills
Cleanroom Work Experience / Optical Design Basics / Three-Dimensional Measuring Machine (CMM)
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | High attention to detail is required for inspecting fine parts and optical properties. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | The work mainly follows prescribed procedures, so originality is not particularly required. |
Related Qualifications
- Quality Control Certification
Aliases
- Camera Parts Assembly Inspector
- Optical Equipment Inspector
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