Commutator Assembler
せいりゅうしくみたてこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Technical job involving assembling commutators for motors and generators by hand or using machines, and performing soldering, inspection, and adjustment.
Description
Commutator assemblers are specialists who assemble commutators, components of electric motors and generators. They are responsible for mounting on the rotor shaft, placing carbon blocks and wires in slots, soldering, terminal wiring, surface balance adjustment, insulation inspection, and continuity testing. To ensure product precision and durability, meticulous handwork and handling of measuring instruments are required. They work on assembly lines or dedicated booths in factories, collaborating with quality control departments and other assembly processes.
Future Outlook
While automation and robotization of manufacturing processes are advancing, manual assembly and fine adjustment skills will continue to be required in high-precision or small-batch, multi-variety production sites.
Personality Traits
Cautious and meticulous / Dexterous hands, good at detailed work / High concentration / Patient
Work Style
Assembly Line / Clean Environment / Factory Work / Shift Work
Career Path
Commutator Assembler (Apprentice) → Commutator Assembler (Skilled) → Line Leader → Quality Control and Inspection Engineer → Manufacturing Engineer → Production Manager
Required Skills
Dexterity / Operation of Assembly Tools / Reading Mechanical Drawings / Soldering / Use of Measuring Instruments
Recommended Skills
Basic Electrical Circuits / Equipment Maintenance / Quality Control Methods (QC Tools)
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Need to handle small parts accurately to prevent defects due to oversights. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Mainly follows prescribed procedures, and creative thinking is not particularly required. |
Aliases
- Commutator Assembler
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