Quartz Watch Movement Assembler
すいしょうどけいムーブメントくみたてこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Specialized profession that assembles, adjusts, and inspects parts of quartz watch movements (the mechanical heart) using crystal oscillators.
Description
Quartz watch movement assemblers precisely assemble, adjust, and inspect extremely small parts that constitute the quartz movement, the power source of watches. Parts vary widely, including gears, coils, semiconductor elements, and quartz oscillators, and fine work is performed using specialized tools and microscopes. To maintain quality, they also handle operational checks and precision inspections using dimensional measuring instruments and inspection devices. Work in manufacturing lines or cell production systems requires high attention to detail and manual dexterity.
Future Outlook
Although mass production in Japan is on a declining trend, demand for skilled technicians remains in the high-value-added precision watch sector, and the market value of those with specialized skills is expected to be maintained to a certain extent.
Personality Traits
Dexterous hands, good at fine work / High concentration / Meticulous and methodical / Patient
Work Style
Cell production / Clean room work / Factory work / Line work / Shift work
Career Path
Assembly Operator → Senior Assembler → Quality Inspector → Line Leader → Production Management
Required Skills
Manual dexterity / Measuring instrument operation / Micro part assembly / Microscope/Loupe usage / Quality inspection / Reading manufacturing process diagrams
Recommended Skills
Electronic circuit knowledge / Soldering skills / Tool maintenance / Understanding of watch mechanisms
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because fine parts must be assembled accurately. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Creativity is not particularly needed as work follows manuals. |
| Initiative & Leadership | Work mainly follows established procedures. |
Aliases
- Quartz Watch Movement Assembler
- Watch Movement Assembler
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