Saddle Installer (Bicycle Assembly Industry)
サドルとりつけこう（じてんしゃくみたてぎょう）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Specialized job in bicycle assembly lines that installs and secures saddles, adjusts angles and heights to ensure quality.
Description
Saddle installers are specialists in the bicycle assembly process who attach saddles. Based on work instructions or specifications, they select the appropriate type of saddle and attach it to the seat post. They use a torque wrench to secure it at the specified tightening torque and adjust the seat surface angle and height. Afterward, they perform visual inspections and quality checks using measuring instruments, judge defects, and perform re-adjustments. As one process in line work, they collaborate with other departments to contribute to stable production and quality improvement. The work is mainly standing and involves repetitive manual tasks, requiring concentration and accuracy.
Future Outlook
With the expansion of the bicycle market and the普及 of high-value-added vehicles, high-precision assembly techniques are required. While automation lines are being introduced, there is still high demand for multi-skilled workers with quality management capabilities.
Personality Traits
Dexterous with hands and good at detailed work / High concentration / Meticulous / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Career Path
Bicycle Assembly Worker (Beginner) → Saddle Installation Staff → Line Leader → Quality Control Staff → Production Control Staff
Required Skills
Hand Tool Operation / Quality Inspection / Specification Reading / Torque Wrench Operation
Recommended Skills
Basic Mechanical Engineering Knowledge / Bicycle Assembly / Safety and Health Knowledge / Tool Selection and Use
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because errors in tightening torque directly affect quality. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Mostly follows procedures, so creativity is not particularly needed. |
Related Qualifications
- Bicycle Assembly and Maintenance Technician
Aliases
- Bicycle Saddle Assembler
- Saddle Assembler
- Saddle Attachment Worker
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