Tool Assembly Worker
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A job that assembles, adjusts, and inspects tool parts such as jigs and dies based on drawings.
Description
Tool assembly workers are specialists who assemble metal jigs, dies, and special tools based on mechanical drawings, and perform torque management and dimensional adjustments. They use precision measuring instruments such as calipers and micrometers to inspect quality and conduct functional tests after assembly. There is demand in production lines and prototype departments, and with experience, careers can expand to process management, production engineering, and quality control.
Future Outlook
Although some tasks will be automated due to automation and IoT, high skills are required for precision assembly of jigs and dies, and steady demand is expected to continue.
Personality Traits
Has cooperativeness / Has patience / Meticulousness that values accuracy / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Contract Employee / Day Shift / Factory Work / Full-time Employee / Shift Work
Career Path
Tool Assembly Worker → Assembly Leader → Process Manager → Production Technology Engineer → Quality Control Staff
Required Skills
Assembly Adjustment Technology / Mechanical Drawing Reading / Power Tool Operation / Precision Measuring Instrument Operation / Torque Wrench
Recommended Skills
CAD Drafting / Quality Control Methods (QC) / Safety and Health Knowledge / Welding
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | High accuracy is required for dimension and torque management. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Standing work during operations, and sometimes handling heavy objects, so physical stamina is needed. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Less creativity is required compared to design or development. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Mainly simple measurements and torque settings, no need for advanced mathematical abilities. |
Aliases
- Die Assembly Worker
- Jig Assembly Worker
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