Truck Bed Assembler (Automotive Manufacturing)
にだいくみたてこう（じどうしゃせいぞう）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Manufacturing, Repair, Painting, and Drafting Occupations
- Middle : Machine Assembly Workers
- Minor : Automobile Assembly Workers
Summary
Specialized worker who assembles truck bed parts for automobiles on the production line. Performs bolt tightening, welding, part fitting, etc., to produce products that meet quality and safety standards.
Description
Truck Bed Assembler (Automotive Manufacturing) performs assembly work on the truck bed parts of automobiles. On the production line, uses torque wrenches, welding machines, and assembly jigs to assemble parts supplied from previous processes, and inspects positional accuracy and tightening torque. Complies with work procedures to ensure products meet design and quality standards, and works wearing safety protective gear. During line stoppages, may participate in inspecting and cleaning tools and equipment, process improvements, and root cause analysis of quality defects. Shift work is common, and contributes to production efficiency and quality improvement in collaboration with team members.
Future Outlook
Demand is stable in line with automobile industry production volumes, but due to advancing line automation and robotization, multi-skilling and acquisition of machine operation skills are required.
Personality Traits
Attentive / Cooperative / Patient / Skilled with hands and good at fine work / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Career Path
Assembly Worker → Line Leader → Process Leader → Production Engineer → Production Management → Quality Control
Required Skills
Arc Welding Operation / Assembly Jig Use / Blueprint Reading / Quality Inspection (Gauge, Micrometer) / Tool Use / Torque Wrench Operation
Recommended Skills
5S Kaizen Activities / Basics of Production Management Systems / Forklift Driving / QC Methods (QC7 Tools)
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | To ensure tightening torque and assembly accuracy. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Due to long hours of standing work and handling heavy parts. |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | Because coordination with other members is essential in flow work. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Mainly follows procedures, so creative thinking is not particularly necessary. |
Related Qualifications
- Arc Welding Special Education
- Crane and Derrick Operator
- Forklift Operation Training
- Slinging Skills Training
Aliases
- Cargo Bed Assembly Worker
- Truck Bed Assembler
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