Chassis Assembler (Railway Vehicle Manufacturing)
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Manufacturing job that assembles the underframe (chassis) of railway vehicles based on drawings.
Description
Chassis assemblers assemble the underframe, which is the foundational structure of railway vehicles, on manufacturing lines or in factories. They position metal materials using processing jigs or cranes and secure them with arc welding, gas welding, bolts, and nuts. They accurately read drawings, check tolerances with measuring instruments, proceed with work while complying with safety standards and process management. Qualifications such as crane operation and slinging are required, as well as knowledge of welding skills and quality control. They work in teams, and after completion, they handle appearance inspections and dimensional inspections.
Future Outlook
Stable job openings are expected due to demand for infrastructure development and replacement of aging vehicles, but manual processes may decrease due to advances in automation such as welding robots.
Personality Traits
Dexterous with hands and good at detailed work / Good team player / Patient / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Factory work / Manufacturing line / Safety training provided / Shift work / Team work
Career Path
Junior Assembler → Mid-level Assembler → Senior Assembler → Group Leader → Section Chief → Manufacturing Line Manager → Factory Manager
Required Skills
Bolt and Nut Fastening / Crane Operation (Slinging) / Dimensional Measurement (Calipers and Micrometers) / Technical Drawing Interpretation / Welding Skills (Arc and Gas)
Recommended Skills
Basic CAD Knowledge / Quality Control / Safety and Health Knowledge / TPM / Torque Management
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because strict adherence to dimensions and tolerances directly affects safety and quality. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because there is a lot of carrying heavy materials and standing work for long hours. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Because there are few opportunities to generate creative ideas. |
Related Qualifications
- Arc Welding Skills Training
- Crane Operator
- Gas Welding Skills Training
- Ordinary Motor Vehicle License
- Slinging Skills Training
Aliases
- Frame Assembler
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