Stopwatch Assembler
ストップウォッチくみたてこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A job that assembles stopwatch parts, performs adjustments and inspections, and manufactures products with precise timing functions.
Description
Stopwatch assemblers mainly precisely combine parts such as dials, gears, springs, and circuit boards using microscopes or loupes. After assembly, timing accuracy is measured using inspection equipment like timegraphers, with fine adjustments made as necessary. Work may be conducted in clean rooms or environments with anti-static measures, requiring careful handling of small parts and high attention to detail. They engage in production lines or small-batch, multi-variety assembly lines, and are also involved in quality control and productivity improvement.
Future Outlook
While demand is slightly declining amid advancing automation and robotization in manufacturing, specialized skills will continue to be required for assembling high-end models and products needing fine adjustments. Multi-skilling and acquiring automation technologies will be key to career development.
Personality Traits
Dexterous hands and good at fine work / High concentration / Meticulous / Patient
Work Style
Clean room work / Day shift / Factory work / Line production
Career Path
Assembly Worker → Precision Assembler → Line Leader → Production Technology → Quality Control
Required Skills
Handling small parts / Microscope and loupe use / Precision tool operation / Reading drawings and assembly instructions / Timegrapher adjustment
Recommended Skills
Basic electronic circuit knowledge / Basic machining knowledge / ESD measures / Precision inspection techniques / Reading English technical documents
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | High accuracy is required for assembling and adjusting fine parts. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Communication Skills | Mainly individual work with little interpersonal communication. |
| Creativity & Ideation | Creativity is not particularly needed as it involves accurately following standardized assembly procedures. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Mainly fine work performed while seated, with little physical burden. |
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