Bogie Frame Assembler (Railway Vehicle Manufacturing)
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Manufacturing job that assembles and adjusts railway vehicle bogie frames (bogie frames) based on drawings to ensure quality and strength.
Description
Bogie frame assemblers are specialists who assemble bogie frames, which serve as the base for the running gear of railway vehicles. Workers read mechanical drawings, set cast or machined parts on jigs, tighten bolts with torque wrenches, and perform welding as needed. They measure dimensions using calipers or micrometers to confirm they are within design tolerances. After assembly, they hand over to the quality inspection department and coordinate with the next process. They also handle improvement proposals for safety management and work efficiency improvement.
Future Outlook
Railway vehicle manufacturing will continue to have stable demand due to infrastructure renewal and new introductions. While automation technologies improve efficiency, workers skilled in high-precision manual assembly will still be needed in the future.
Personality Traits
Attentive / Good Team Player / Patient / Physically Fit / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Factory Work / OJT Training / On-Site Supervision / Shift Work / Team Work
Career Path
Bogie Frame Assembler → Team Leader → Manufacturing Engineer → Quality Control Staff → Production Control Staff → Factory Manager
Required Skills
Basic Crane Slinging Knowledge / Measuring Instrument Operation / Mechanical Drawing Reading / Torque Wrench Operation
Recommended Skills
Basic CAD Operation / Experience in Improvement Proposals / Quality Control Methods (QC Seven Tools) / Welding Skills
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because the accuracy of part installation directly affects product quality. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because it involves lifting heavy parts and standing work for long periods. |
| Problem Solving | Because it is necessary to quickly resolve misalignments or troubles during assembly. |
Related Qualifications
- Crane Operator
- Forklift Operation Skills Training
- Slinging Skills Training
Aliases
- Bogie Frame Assembly Worker
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