Automobile Assembler
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Manufacturing, Repair, Painting, and Drafting Occupations
- Middle : Machine Assembly Workers
- Minor : Automobile Assembly Workers
Summary
Job of assembling automobile bodies and parts on the manufacturing line. Uses tools and machines to attach each part based on design drawings and ensure quality.
Description
Automobile assemblers assemble bodies, engines, interior parts, etc., using tools and machines on the automobile manufacturing line, maintaining product quality through torque management and measurements. Work is often done as assembly line operations, involving inspections and adjustments at each process. They participate in 5S and Kaizen activities to balance production efficiency and safety. Shift work or rotating shifts are common, requiring physical stamina and concentration.
Future Outlook
In the automobile industry, automation will continue to advance, but demand for skilled workers in high-quality assembly and new model adaptations will persist. With the progress of electrification and electronification, skills in assembling electronic parts and wiring will be increasingly emphasized.
Personality Traits
Attentive / Patient / Strong sense of responsibility / Team-oriented
Work Style
Career Path
Line Worker → Team Leader → Group Leader → Production Technology Staff → Factory Manager
Required Skills
Parts Assembly Skills / Tool Operation / Understanding of Manufacturing Processes / Use of Measuring Instruments (Calipers, Micrometers)
Recommended Skills
5S Kaizen Activities / Production Management Software Operation / Quality Control / Welding
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Due to small tolerances and the need for detailed checks. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Due to long hours of standing work and handling heavy parts. |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | Line work requires coordination with preceding and following processes. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Work mainly follows procedures, so advanced analysis is not required. |
| Creativity & Ideation | Basically assembly work following instructions, so creativity is not particularly needed. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Measurements are simple, so complex mathematical analysis is not required. |
Related Qualifications
- Forklift Operation Skills Training
- Slinging Skills Training
Aliases
- Automobile Assembly Line Worker
- Automobile Assembly Worker
- Body Assembler
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