Telephone Set Assembler
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A manufacturing job that assembles internal circuit boards and parts of telephones, performs wiring, soldering, and operation tests.
Description
Telephone set assemblers manually assemble telephone equipment circuit boards and casings using jigs, and perform soldering and wiring tasks. After completion, they conduct functional tests and quality inspections, and handle sorting and recording of defective products. Rotating shifts in line production systems and work aligned with production plans are required.
Future Outlook
While domestic demand for fixed telephones is declining, assembly demand for new telecommunications equipment such as IP phones and IoT devices is expected to remain stable. Work environment will change due to automation progress, but needs for high-precision assembly including manual work will persist.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Career Path
Assembly Worker → Sub-leader/Leader → Process Manager → Production Engineering → Quality Control
Required Skills
Operation Testing / Parts Sorting / Soldering Skills / Visual Inspection
Recommended Skills
Basic Electrical Circuits / CAD Drawing Reading / Measuring Instrument Operation
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Requires accurate assembly of small parts and no missing defects. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Mainly follows standard procedures, with low need for novelty. |
| Initiative & Leadership | Mainly follows instructions, with few opportunities for proactive suggestions. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Numerical processing is limited to quantity management. |
| Planning & Organization | Work procedures are standardized, with little need for planning. |
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