Freight Car Assembler
かしゃくみたてこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Manufacturing job that assembles freight car parts and completes structures through welding and bolt fastening. Requires precise work based on drawings and safety management.
Description
Freight car assemblers are technicians who assemble various parts such as frames, floorboards, and side panels of railway freight cars according to drawings. After cutting, drilling, and bending the parts, they use dedicated machines or hand tools to position them, and fix them with welding machines or bolt fastening. After assembly, they perform dimensional inspections and strength tests, and deliver products that meet quality standards to the next process. Handling heavy objects using safety devices and cranes, and adherence to work procedures are essential.
Future Outlook
Stable demand is expected due to the renewal of aging vehicles and increasing demand for high-function freight cars. While automation and robot introduction are advancing, the expertise of skilled workers is still highly valued.
Personality Traits
Cooperative / High Concentration / Meticulous / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Career Path
Freight Car Assembler (Junior) → Site Leader / Group Leader → Quality Control Staff → Manufacturing Manager → Assistant Factory Manager
Required Skills
Blueprint Reading / Bolt and Nut Fastening Skills / Safety Work Knowledge / Tool Operation / Welding Skills
Recommended Skills
CAD Drawing Creation / Reading English Technical Documents / Welding Robot Operation
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because adherence to dimensional accuracy and assembly sequence directly affects quality. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Physical stamina is required due to handling heavy parts. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Because routine tasks are the main focus and creative thinking is not particularly required. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Complex mathematical analysis is not required. |
Related Qualifications
- Crane Operator
- Forklift Operator
- Gas Welding Skills Training
- Slinging Skills Training Completion
Aliases
- Freight Car Assembly Worker
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