Fountain Pen Assembler
まんねんひつくみたてこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Manufacturing job that assembles various fountain pen parts by hand and performs inspections and adjustments. Assembles fine parts with high precision to ensure quality.
Description
Fountain pen assemblers precisely assemble parts such as caps, barrel shafts, nibs, and ink supply mechanisms using jigs and specialized tools. After processes such as bonding, press-fitting, and screwing, they conduct functional and leak inspections, and make fine adjustments as necessary. The assembled products undergo appearance inspections and quality checks before being shipped as passed items. They are also responsible for creating inspection records, maintaining quality standards, and sometimes proposing improvements to the production line.
Future Outlook
With the expansion of the luxury stationery market, demand for artisans with precision assembly skills is expected to remain stable. However, automation may advance in mass production lines, making skill inheritance and adaptation to high-value-added products important.
Personality Traits
Dexterous hands and good at detailed work / High concentration / Meticulous / Patient
Work Style
Career Path
Assembly Operator → Group Leader (Leader) → Process Manager → Production Control → Manufacturing Department Manager
Required Skills
Jig and Fixture Use / Measuring Instrument Operation / Precision Assembly / Quality Control / Visual Inspection
Recommended Skills
Adhesive Knowledge / Machine Processing Knowledge / Quality Improvement / Quality Management (ISO9001)
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | High attention to detail and accuracy are required for assembling fine parts. |
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