Printed Circuit Worker
ぷりんとはいせんこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Manufacturing job that places electronic components on printed circuit boards and performs mounting using soldering or equipment. Requires high attention to detail and manual dexterity.
Description
Printed circuit workers are manufacturing technicians who accurately place electronic components on printed circuit boards, the core of electronic devices, and perform soldering using hand soldering, reflow equipment, or wave soldering machines. ESD countermeasures and cleanroom environments are standard, and quality is assured through visual inspections and continuity tests using microscopes and other tools. They must read work instructions and drawings while balancing speed and accuracy on mass production lines.
Future Outlook
Demand for board mounting technology remains consistently high due to the miniaturization and sophistication of electronic devices. While automation advances, the need for skilled workers persists in manual mounting of fine components and prototype lines.
Personality Traits
Dexterous hands and good at fine work / High concentration / Meticulous / Patient
Work Style
Clean room / Factory work / Line work / Safety and health compliance / Shift work
Career Path
Printed Circuit Worker (Junior) → Team Leader → Quality Control Staff → Production Line Manager → Manufacturing Engineer
Required Skills
ESD Countermeasures / Microscope Inspection / Reflow Mounting Equipment Operation / Soldering / Visual Inspection / Wave Solder Operation
Recommended Skills
Automatic Mounting Machine Maintenance / Board Design Drawing Interpretation / English Document Reading / SMT Mounting
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Attention to detail is necessary to accurately mount small components. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Physical stamina is required to endure long hours of standing and continuous fine work. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Routine tasks are the main focus, and creativity is not highly required. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Complex mathematical analysis is minimal; mainly involves understanding measurement values. |
Related Qualifications
- Electronic Equipment Assembly Technician (National Qualification)
- Soldering Skills Certification
Aliases
- Board Mounter
- PCB Mounter
- Printed Wiring Board Mounter
Related Jobs
- Electronic Equipment Assembler
- Printed Circuit Board Inspector
- Solderer
- Surface Mount Technician