Automobile Body Assembler
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Manufacturing, Repair, Painting, and Drafting Occupations
- Middle : Machine Assembly Workers
- Minor : Automobile Assembly Workers
Summary
A manufacturing job that assembles automobile body parts using line or cell production methods. Involves welding, bolt tightening, quality inspection, and more.
Description
Automobile Body Assemblers attach body panels such as doors, fenders, and roofs using electric drivers, torque wrenches, and welding machines. Under a manufacturing line or cell production system, they follow specified procedures to install parts, secure them with spot welding, riveting, and bolt tightening, and then inspect appearance and dimensions. To balance production efficiency and quality, they are required to adjust line balance, adhere to 5S and safety hygiene practices, and propose work improvements. The factory environment involves noise, high temperatures, and prolonged standing work, requiring physical stamina and concentration.
Future Outlook
With the spread of electric vehicles, adoption of lightweight materials, and introduction of automation technology, more advanced assembly skills and robot collaboration will be required. Demand for skilled workers will remain stable, but some tasks will be automated.
Personality Traits
Meticulous / Physically fit / Strong sense of responsibility / Team-oriented
Work Style
Cell Production / Dispatch / Full-time Employee / Line Production / Shift work
Career Path
Line Operator → Cell Leader → Production Engineer → Quality Control → Factory Manager
Required Skills
Electric Driver Operation / Quality Inspection / Riveting / Spot Welding / Torque Wrench Operation
Recommended Skills
CAD Drawing Understanding / Production Efficiency Improvement / QC Methods / Safety and Health (5S)
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because bolt tightening and panel position errors are not allowed |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because standing work and handling heavy parts continue |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | Because coordination with other workers on the production line is necessary |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Because the work mainly follows prescribed procedures |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Only a small amount of numerical management is required, no advanced analysis needed |
Related Qualifications
- Arc Welding Special Education
- Crane Operator
- Forklift Operation Training
- Slinging Skills Training
Aliases
- Automobile Body Assembler
- Body Assembler
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