Laboratory Equipment Assembler
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Manufacturing technician who assembles and adjusts equipment and devices for physics and chemistry experiments from parts.
Description
Laboratory equipment assemblers work on manufacturing lines or workshops, handling everything from parts assembly to piping, wiring, functional testing, and calibration for laboratory equipment such as experimental flask holders, analytical devices, spectrophotometers, and more. They read mechanical drawings and electrical circuit diagrams, using tools like torque wrenches and measuring instruments (calipers, micrometers) to ensure precision. Work may take place in clean rooms or controlled environments, collaborating with quality control departments to ship finished products.
Future Outlook
Demand remains stable due to expansion in R&D fields such as bio-pharma and environmental analysis. Amid advancing automation and IoT, the value of personnel with advanced assembly skills and measurement/adjustment abilities will increase further.
Personality Traits
Excellent Observation Skills / Good Team Player / Meticulous / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Career Path
Apprentice Laboratory Equipment Assembler → Skilled Laboratory Equipment Assembler → Assembly Leader → Production Technology Engineer → Quality Control Engineer
Required Skills
Measuring Instrument Operation (Calipers, Micrometers) / Mechanical Drawing Reading / Piping and Wiring Work / Tool Usage
Recommended Skills
Clean Room Work Experience / Fine Adjustment / Quality Control Knowledge
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | High accuracy is required in assembling precision parts. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Physical strength is needed for long hours of standing work and handling parts. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Basically follows procedures, so high creativity is not required. |
| Initiative & Leadership | Mainly progresses work by following instructions; leadership is not particularly required. |
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