Jig and Tool Manufacturing Worker
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
This occupation involves machining, assembling, and adjusting jigs and tools (jigs, fixtures, etc.) used for product processing at manufacturing sites, based on design drawings and specifications.
Description
Jig and tool manufacturing workers are specialized technicians who produce jigs and tools necessary for product processing and assembly through various processes including machining (CNC lathes, milling machines, grinding machines, etc.), hand finishing, heat treatment, and assembly. They interpret drawings and CAD data, handle material selection, plan processing sequences, set cutting conditions, and manage precision through measurement and inspection. They also handle inter-process adjustments, collaboration with design departments, reporting to quality control departments, and are required to possess operation skills for 5-axis machining machines and CAM systems.
Future Outlook
Amid the advancement of automation and smart factories in manufacturing, the demand for jig and tool manufacturing workers with advanced CNC machining and CAD/CAM skills is expected to remain stable, while skill succession and labor shortages will be challenges.
Personality Traits
Aspiring to improve / Good team player / Meticulous / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Career Path
Junior Jig and Tool Manufacturing Worker → Senior Jig and Tool Manufacturing Worker → Lead Manufacturing Worker → Manufacturing Technology Engineer → Quality Control Staff
Required Skills
CNC Machine Operation / Cutting Machining / Hand Finishing Technique / Measuring Instrument Operation / Technical Drawing Interpretation
Recommended Skills
CAD/CAM System Operation / Heat Treatment Knowledge / ISO Quality Management / Metallurgy / NC Program Creation / Safety and Health (5S)
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Processing tolerances are strict, and attention to detail is essential. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Primarily machining according to design drawings, so accuracy is required more than creativity. |
Related Qualifications
- 3D CAD Utilization Engineer Examination
- CAD Utilization Engineer Examination
- Machining Skills Certification (Lathe, Milling Machine, Grinding Machine)
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