Soldering Worker
はんだづけこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A manufacturing job that solders electronic components onto printed circuit boards to electrically and mechanically connect circuits.
Description
Soldering workers solder electronic components such as resistors and ICs onto printed circuit boards to make electrical connections. In hand soldering, they position small components and perform delicate work, while with wave soldering equipment, they mount multiple components at once. They also handle flux application, component inspection, quality checks, and management and adjustments to prevent defects. The production line is streamlined from assembly to inspection, requiring precise work according to manuals and process specifications.
Future Outlook
Even as electronic devices become more highly integrated and automated, demand for hand soldering remains in prototyping and small-lot production of fine components. By combining understanding of inspection automation and robotic soldering technology with skill improvement, future market value can be maintained.
Personality Traits
Dexterous with hands and good at detailed work / Patient / Polite and courteous
Work Style
Career Path
Work Leader → Quality Control Staff → Manufacturing Engineer
Required Skills
Flux Processing / Printed Circuit Board Handling / Soldering / Wave Soldering Equipment Operation
Recommended Skills
Basic Electronic Circuit Knowledge / Quality Control / Safety and Health Knowledge
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | High precision is required to accurately solder small components and prevent connection failures. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Since work follows prescribed procedures, there is little room for creativity. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | There is some quantity measurement and counting work, but no need for advanced mathematical analysis. |
Related Qualifications
- Electronic Equipment Assembly Technician
Aliases
- Solder Worker
- Soldering Iron Worker
- Soldering Worker
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- Electronic Assembler
- Mechanical Parts Assembler
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