Railway Vehicle Subcomponent Assembly Equipment Operator
てつどうしゃりょうぶぶんひんくみたてせつびおぺれーたー
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A manufacturing operator who accurately assembles railway vehicle parts using assembly equipment and ensures quality.
Description
Railway vehicle subcomponent assembly equipment operators set partial components such as vehicle doors, bogies, and piping into assembly equipment and perform tasks like bolt tightening and welding. They follow work procedures to conduct quality inspections such as torque management and dimensional measurements to maintain safety and precision. They also monitor equipment and perform simple maintenance checks, reporting any abnormalities to production engineering staff. Shift-based line work is common, requiring collaboration among workers and improvement suggestions (Kaizen).
Future Outlook
While demand for maintaining and updating railway infrastructure remains steady, acquiring equipment operation skills and maintenance knowledge will become increasingly important with advances in automation and robotization.
Personality Traits
Meticulous / Patient / Strong Sense of Responsibility / Team-oriented
Work Style
Career Path
Line Leader → Production Engineering → Quality Control → Equipment Maintenance Technician → Manufacturing Section Manager
Required Skills
Blueprint Reading / Operation and Monitoring of Assembly Equipment / Quality Inspection (Appearance and Dimensions) / Tool Operation
Recommended Skills
Basic Knowledge of Machine Maintenance / Improvement Suggestions / Production Management / Welding and Machining
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Strictness is required in fastening torque and part accuracy |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Physical stamina is required for handling parts, etc. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Mainly follows prescribed procedures, with little need for new idea generation |
Aliases
- Railway Vehicle Assembly Operator
- Vehicle Parts Assembly Operator
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