Carburetor Installer (Automotive Manufacturing)
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Manufacturing, Repair, Painting, and Drafting Occupations
- Middle : Machine Assembly Workers
- Minor : Automobile Assembly Workers
Summary
A job that assembles and adjusts carburetors (vaporizers) installed on engines and other parts on automobile production lines.
Description
Carburetor installers are specialists who assemble carburetors (vaporizers) onto engines on automobile production lines. They prepare parts based on work manuals and technical drawings, and use hand tools, torque wrenches, and air drills to tighten to specified torque. After assembly, they inspect quality with gauge measurements and leak tests, adjusting or reporting any abnormalities. As members of the production line team, they work collaboratively, comply with safety, hygiene, and 5S practices, and maintain a certain speed and accuracy.
Future Outlook
Due to the shift to hybrid and electric vehicles, demand for carburetors (vaporizers) is declining. Multi-skilling with knowledge of the entire automotive production line and adaptability to the latest technologies is required.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Career Path
Line Worker → Group Leader/Leader → Production Management Staff → Quality Control Staff → Manufacturing Engineer
Required Skills
Air Drill Use / Gauge Measurement / Hand Tool Operation / Quality Inspection / Torque Wrench Operation / Work Manual Reading
Recommended Skills
5S Activities / Basic Quality Control Knowledge / Production Management / Safety and Health Knowledge
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Small assembly mistakes greatly affect driving performance and safety. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Involves a lot of standing work and repetitive tasks, requiring a certain level of physical stamina. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Mainly follows standard procedures, so creativity is not highly required. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | No need for complex calculations. |
| Planning & Organization | Follows given procedures, so planning ability is low. |
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