Sawmill Machinery Assembler
せいざいきかいくみたてこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A job that assembles parts of sawmill machinery, conducts operation inspections, and performs installation adjustments.
Description
Sawmill machinery assemblers assemble parts of machinery devices that process timber in sawmills and similar facilities, installing screws, belt conveyors, saw blades, etc. After assembly, they perform operation tests such as torque management, shaft alignment, and wiring connections to verify the machine's performance and safety. For foundation installation work, they handle bolt fixing and leveling to support installation on factory lines. They may also perform tool operations, soldering, and simple welding based on drawings and specifications.
Future Outlook
With labor-saving and automation in forestry, demand for sawmill machinery is stable to increasing. The value of assemblers with electrical and control knowledge is expected to rise with the introduction of IoT and sensor technologies.
Personality Traits
Attentive / Dexterous hands and good at detailed work / Good team player / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Day Shift / Factory Work / On-site Installation / Shift Work / Teamwork
Career Path
Apprentice Assembler → Skilled Assembler → Group Leader → Equipment Maintenance Department Head → Technical Instructor
Required Skills
Compliance with Safe Work Procedures / Parts Adjustment and Measurement / Soldering / Technical Drawing Reading / Tool Operation
Recommended Skills
Basic Electrical Wiring / CAD Drawing Operation / Knowledge of Machine Elements / PLC Control
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because the accuracy of part assembly directly affects quality. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Due to handling heavy parts and long hours of standing work. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Because the work is mainly based on procedures. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because it involves simple measurements. |
| Planning & Organization | Because the work mainly follows instructions rather than planning. |
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