General-purpose, production, and business machine assembly equipment operator
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Operates general-purpose, production, and business mechanical equipment assembly facilities to perform assembly, adjustment, test runs, and quality control of parts and units in manufacturing jobs.
Description
General-purpose, production, and business machine assembly equipment operators use dedicated assembly facilities and automated lines to assemble parts of mechanical equipment, make adjustments and test runs as necessary, conduct quality inspections, and prepare for shipment. They work efficiently using work instruction sheets and drawings, drivers, torque wrenches, and measuring instruments. They are also required to perform simple inspections and maintenance of equipment and comply with safety and health standards, while maintaining and managing lines as a team.
Future Outlook
With the introduction of automation and IoT technologies, equipment sophistication is advancing, reducing simple assembly tasks, but demand for operators with advanced operation skills in equipment management and troubleshooting is expected to continue.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Factory work / Line work / Night shifts / Shift work / Team work
Career Path
Production line leader → Quality control staff → Equipment maintenance technician → Manufacturing management → Factory manager
Required Skills
Assembly equipment operation / Reading drawings and work instructions / Use of assembly tools / Use of measuring instruments
Recommended Skills
Equipment inspection and maintenance / Quality control techniques (QC seven tools) / Safety and health knowledge
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because overlooking small assembly errors or part defects can lead to product defects. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because physical stamina is required for long hours of standing work and repetitive tasks. |
| Problem Solving | Because it is necessary to quickly identify and address causes of equipment troubles or part defects. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Because work procedures are standardized, creativity is not particularly required. |
Aliases
- Assembly equipment operator
- Machine assembly operator
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