Printed Wiring Board Assembler
ぷりんとはいせんばんくみたてこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Printed Wiring Board Assemblers mount electronic components on electronic device boards and perform soldering and inspection as manufacturing workers.
Description
Printed Wiring Board Assemblers accurately place electronic components on electronic circuit boards, join them using automated placement machines (pick and place) or hand soldering, and then conduct visual inspections, X-ray inspections, continuity and insulation tests, etc., to verify quality. They also implement ESD measures, maintain clean rooms, perform defect analysis and corrections, process improvements, and operate and maintain automated equipment.
Future Outlook
With the increasing functionality of electronic devices, demand for fine-pitch mounting is growing. While automation advances require machine operation skills, manual work demand is expected to continue in prototyping and small-lot production.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Clean Room / Contract Manufacturing / Line Work / Own Factory / Shift Work
Career Path
Printed Wiring Board Assembly Leader → Manufacturing Operator → Quality Control Staff → Production Engineering → Manufacturing Management
Required Skills
Component Mounting / ESD Measures / Hand Soldering / Inspection Equipment Operation / Reflow Process Understanding / Soldering
Recommended Skills
CAD Data Reading / English Document Reading / IPC-A-610 Standards Knowledge / Quality Control Techniques (QC)
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because it requires handling minute parts accurately |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because it requires enduring long hours of standing work and fine handwork |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Because it is mainly manual work |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Complex mathematical calculations are not required |
Related Qualifications
- Electronic Equipment Assembly Skill Certification
- Soldering Skill Certification
Aliases
- PCB Assembler
- PWB Assembler
- Printed Circuit Board Assembler
Related Jobs
- Electronic Circuit Mounting Operator
- Electronic Equipment Inspector
- Electronic Equipment Parts Assembler
- Printed Wiring Board Inspector