Silencer Assembler
さいれんさくみたてこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Manufacturing worker who assembles and inspects parts of silencers (mufflers), which are exhaust system components for automobiles and motorcycles.
Description
Silencer assemblers are in charge of the assembly process of silencers (mufflers), which are exhaust system components for automobiles and motorcycles. Specifically, they perform assembly of metal shells and inner parts, baffle installation, bolt and nut tightening, sealant application, welding and joining operations, airtightness and pressure resistance testing after completion, and appearance inspection. They advance their work on the production line following standard operating procedures, using torque wrenches or automatic screw tightening machines. They also engage in process improvements and root cause analysis of defects to ensure product quality and improve yield.
Future Outlook
While simple assembly work is decreasing due to advances in automation and robotization, skilled workers are needed for assembling complex parts and small-lot products. Skill inheritance and multi-skilling are required.
Personality Traits
Cooperative / Meticulous / Patient / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Contract Employee / Factory Work / Regular Employee Promotion / Shift Work
Career Path
Production Line Worker → Group Leader/Leader → Quality Control → Production Manager → Factory Engineer
Required Skills
Airtightness and Pressure Resistance Inspection / Semi-Automatic Welding Machine Operation / Tool Operation / Understanding of Drawings and Work Instruction Sheets
Recommended Skills
Line Balancing Design / QC Methods / Safety and Health (5S) / Work Improvement
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Attention to detail is necessary to prevent part defects and misassembly. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Physical stamina is required due to long hours of standing work and repetitive tasks. |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | Teamwork is necessary to improve production efficiency across the entire line. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Since it follows standard operating procedures, being faithful to instructions is more important than creativity. |
| Initiative & Leadership | Since it is a job that basically adheres to prescribed operating procedures, high initiative is not essential. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Only simple quantity management is needed, and complex numerical analysis is almost unnecessary. |
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- Forklift Operation Skills Training
- Slinging Skills Training
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